METHANOL

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable liquid - Category 2; Acute toxicity (Oral) - Category 3; Acute toxicity (Dermal) - Category 3; Acute toxicity (Inhalation) - Category 3; Eye irritation - Category 2A; Respiratory sensitization - Category 1B; Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) - Category 1

2.2 Label elements

Danger

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapour. Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled. Causes serious eye irritation. May damage fertility or the unborn child. Causes damage to organs.

Precautionary statements

Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating, and lighting equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Avoid breathing vapours. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If exposed: Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor. Rinse mouth. Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. In case of fire: Use water spray or fog to extinguish. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container to a licensed waste management site

2.3 Other hazards

None known.