Methanol

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity, Category 3, Oral Acute toxicity, Category 3, Dermal Acute toxicity, Category 3, Inhalation Flammable liquids, Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure, Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapour. Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled. Causes damage to organs.

Prevention

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/ lighting/ equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray. Wash skin 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.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician. Rinse mouth. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/ Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician. Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam for extinction.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Repeated or prolonged exposure may irritate eyes, skin and respiratory system.