Methanol

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA Emergency Overview: DANGER HIGHLY FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOR MAY BE HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED AND ENTERS AIRWAYS CAUSES SKIN IRRITATION CAUSES SERIOUS EYE IRRITATION MAY CAUSE GENETIC DEFECTS

Principle Routes of Exposure

EYE CONTACT, SKIN ABSORPTION AND CONTACT, INGESTION, INHALATION Precautionary Overview: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No Smoking. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Use personal protective equipment as required. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. In case of fire: Use agents approved for Class B hazards (i.e. water fog, foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide) for extinction. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Keep cool. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional regulation. Eye Contact: May cause eye irritation, burns. Skin Contact: May cause skin irritation, sensitization. Inhalation: May cause irritation of respiratory tract, decreased breathing capacity. Ingestion: May be poisonous or fatal if swallowed. Target(Organs): CNS, Liver, Kidneys Systems(Affected): CNS, Liver, Kidneys, Skin, Respiratory Carcinogenicity: NTP: No IARC Monographs: No OSHA Regulated:No