Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
50-00-0
Name of the chemical
Formaldehyde
Concentration
N/A
EC/CAS
67-56-1
Name of the chemical
Methanol
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2015-03-26
Product name
Formaldehyde 37% M 7%
Product Synonyms
Formaldehyde Solution
Emergency telephone
(703) 527-3887
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Hexion Inc
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
4information@hexion.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H227, H302, H311, H315, H317, H318, H331, H334, H350, H360, H360F, H370, H373
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H227
Combustible liquid
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS - Category 4 ACUTE TOXICITY:oral - Category 4 ACUTE TOXICITY:dermal - Category 3 ACUTE TOXICITY:inhalation - Category 3 SKIN CORROSION/IRRITATION - Category 2 SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE/ EYE IRRITATION - Category 1 RESPIRATORY SENSITIZATION - Category 1 SKIN SENSITIZATION - Category 1 CARCINOGENICITY - Category 1B TOXIC TO REPRODUCTION - Category 1B SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (SINGLE EXPOSURE) [central nervous system (CNS)] - Category 1 SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (REPEATED EXPOSURE) [respiratory tract, skin, kidneys, liver, gastrointestinal tract] - Category 2
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H227 Combustible liquid. H302 Harmful if swallowed. H311 Toxic in contact with skin. H331 Toxic if inhaled. H315 Causes skin irritation. H318 Causes serious eye damage. H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H350 May cause cancer. H360F May damage fertility. H360 May damage the unborn child. H370 Causes damage to organs: (central nervous system (CNS)) H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure: (respiratory tract, skin, kidneys, liver, gastrointestinal tract)
Precautionary statements
General Not applicable.
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Use personal protective equipment as required. Wear protective gloves. Wear eye or face protection. Wear protective clothing. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. Keep away from flames and hot surfaces. - No smoking. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Do not breathe vapor. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
Response
Get medical attention if you feel unwell. IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or physician. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or physician. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or physician. IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. IF ON SKIN: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Wash with plenty of soap and water. Call a POISON CENTER or physician if you feel unwell. Take off contaminated clothing. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical attention. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or physician.
Storage
Store locked up. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
Disposal
Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.
Other hazards which do not result in classification
None known.