Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
67-56-1
Name of the chemical
Methanol
Concentration
5
General Information
Version
02
Revision date
2016-03-16
Product name
ALCOHOL, REAGENT (ACS)
Product Synonyms
REAGENT ALCOHOL * ETHYL ALCOHOL * ETHANOL * DENATURED ALCOHOL
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
solvent technical function of substance professional, scientific and technical activities: other professional, scientific and technical activities
Manufacturer Name
GFS Chemicals, Inc
Emergency telephone
800-424-9300
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Company Information
company name
GFS Chemicals, Inc
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
service@gfschemicals.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H225, H319, H334, H335, H336, H340, H360, H401, H411
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H225
Highly Flammable liquid and vapour
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Physical hazards
Flammable liquids Category 2
Health hazards
Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Sensitization, respiratory Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity Category 1B Reproductive toxicity Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure Category 1 (central nervous system, kidney, systemic toxicity) Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure Category 3 respiratory tract irritation Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure Category 3 narcotic effects Specific target organ toxicity, repeated Category 1 (central nervous system, liver, exposure visual organs)
Environmental hazards
Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute Category 2 Hazardous to the aquatic environment, Category 2
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Highly flammable liquid and vapor. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. May cause genetic defects. May damage fertility or the unborn child. Causes damage to organs (central nervous system, kidney, systemic toxicity). Causes damage to organs (central nervous system, liver, visual organs) through prolonged or repeated exposure. Toxic to aquatic life. Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use. 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/lighting equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Do not breathe mist or vapor. Wash 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. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection.
Response
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 in eyes Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. In case of fire: Use appropriate media for extinction. Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so.
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Store locked up.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved incineration plant. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known.
Additional information
None.
