METHANOL

Hexion Pty Ltd

Revision date : 2022-05-24

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GHS02 GHS05 GHS06 GHS08
Health risk rating 1
Safety risk rating 1
Environmental risk rating 1

Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists

General Information

Revision date

2022-05-24

Product name

METHANOL

Substance name

Molecular weight

Product Synonyms

Methanol

Chemical name

Alcohols

CAS No.

67-56-1

Manufacturer Name

Hexion Pty Ltd

Emergency telephone

+61 3 9663 2130, +61 2 8014 4558

Icons in SDS

GHS02 GHS06 GHS08

Company Information

company name

Hexion Pty Ltd

GHS Information

Signal word

DANGER

Section 2

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable liquids Category 2 Acute toxicity - Oral Category 3 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 3 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Vapours) Category 3 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2 Reproductive toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity — single exposure Category 1

2.2 Label elements

Flame Skull and crossbones

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

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

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Wear protective gloves/clothing and eye/face protection Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray Ground and bond container and receiving equipment Use non-sparking tools Take action to prevent static discharges Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep container closed Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting/ equipment Keep cool

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label) IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water and soap Call a doctor if you feel unwell Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Call a doctor IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a doctor Rinse mouth In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish

Storage

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

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations as applicable

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Risk of blindness after swallowing the product. Harmful to aquatic life. If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. Keep out of reach of children. Read carefully and follow all instructions.

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