Methanol

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure - Category 1 Eye Irritation - Category 2A Reproductive Toxicity - Category 2 Flammable Liquids Category 2 Acute toxicity, Dermal - Category 3 Acute toxicity, Inhalation - Category 3 Acute toxicity, Oral - Category 3

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapor Toxic in contact with skin Toxic if inhaled Toxic if swallowed Causes serious eye irritation Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. Causes damage to organs.

Precautionary statements

If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. Keep out of reach of children. Read label before use. Disposal Dispose of contents/container to disposal recycling center. Waste management should be in full compliance with federal, state and local laws.

Prevention

Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wash with soap and water thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take action to prevent static discharges. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.

Response

IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. Specific treatment (see First-aid on this label). Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/? IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. Rinse mouth. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water or shower. In case of fire: Use DRY chemical, alcohol- resistant foam, water spray/fog or carbon-dioxide to extinguish. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/?

Storage

Store locked up. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.