Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
67-56-1
Name of the chemical
Methanol
Concentration
80 - 100
General Information
Version
4.00
Revision date
2026-01-14
Product name
3M Scotch-Weld Metal Primer EC-3901
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Metal Primer
supplier name
3M
Manufacturer Name
3M
Emergency telephone
1-800-364-3577, (651) 737-6501
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
3M
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H225, H301, H312, H317, H320, H336, H361, H370
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H225
Highly Flammable liquid and vapour
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Hazard classification Flammable Liquid: Category 2 Acute Toxicity (oral): Category 3 Acute Toxicity (dermal): Category 4 Acute Toxicity (inhalation): Category 4 Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Category 2B Skin Sensitizer: Category 1 Reproductive Toxicity: Category 2 Specific Target Organ Toxicity (single exposure): Category 1 Specific Target Organ Toxicity (single exposure): Category 3
Signal word
Danger
Hazard pictograms
Flame |Skull and crossbones |Exclamation mark |Health Hazard |
Hazard statements
Highly flammable liquid and vapor. Toxic if swallowed. Harmful in contact with skin or if inhaled. Causes eye irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Causes damage to organs: sensory organs.
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating and lighting equipment. Use non-sparking tools. Take action to prevent static discharges. Do not breathe vapor or spray. Wash exposed skin thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear protective gloves, eye protection, face protection, and if needed, respiratory protection (see SDS Section 8).
Response
IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF exposed or concerned: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. Specific treatment (see Notes to Physician on this label). Rinse mouth. If eye irritation persists or if skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. In case of fire: Use a fire fighting agent suitable for flammable liquids such as dry chemical or carbon dioxide to extinguish.
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Store locked up.
Disposal
Dispose of contents and container in accordance with applicable local, regional, national, and international regulations. Notes to Physician: This product contains methanol. Methanol poisoning can cause metabolic acidosis, blindness, and death. Onset of signs or symptoms may be delayed for 18 to 24 hours. If methanol poisoning is confirmed, intravenous (IV) administration of ethanol should be considered. Additional pharmacologic and supportive care should be based on the treating physician’s judgement
Additional information
Persons previously sensitized to amines may develop a cross-sensitization reaction to certain other amines.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Flammable Liquid: Category 2. Acute Toxicity (oral): Category 3. Acute Toxicity (dermal): Category 4. Acute Toxicity (inhalation): Category 4. Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Category 2B. Skin Sensitizer: Category 1. Reproductive Toxicity: Category 2. Specific Target Organ Toxicity (single exposure): Category 1. Specific Target Organ Toxicity (single exposure): Category 3.