Methanol

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

This substance is hazardous according to the EPA Hazardous Substances (Classification) Notice 2020 EPA Approval No: HSR001186

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

Flammable Liquids Cat. 2 H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour. Acute oral toxicity Cat. 3 H301 Toxic if swallowed. Acute dermal toxicity Cat. 3 H311 Toxic in contact with skin. Acute Inhalation Tox. 3 H331 Toxic if inhaled. Eye irritation Cat. 2 H319 Causes serious eye irritation. Reproductive toxicity Cat. 2 H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. Specific target organ toxicity – H372 Causes damage to organs through repeated exposure Cat. 1 prolonged or repeated exposure.

Prevention

P102 Keep out of reach of children. P103 Read label before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P210 Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames and hot surfaces. No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating, and lighting. P242 Use only non-sparking tools. P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P260 Do not breathe fumes, vapours or spray. P264 Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective clothing. P281 Use personal protective equipment as required. Response code

Response

P101 If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P330 Rinse mouth. P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P303 + IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. P361+P353 Rinse skin with water/shower. P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P305 + IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact P351+P338 lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry chemical powder, carbon dioxide, or water spray for extinction.

Storage

Code P405 Store locked up. P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.