Methanol

Hazard statements (CLP)

H225, H301, H311, H319, H331, H336, H360, H370, H372, H402

Code

Statements

H225

Highly Flammable liquid and vapour

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture Acute toxicity - Oral Category 3 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 3 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Vapors) Category 3 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Reproductive toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 1, Category 3 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 1 Hazardous to the aquatic environment - acute Category 3 Flammable liquids Category 2

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapor. Toxic if swallowed. Toxic in contact with skin. Toxic if inhaled. Causes serious eye irritation. May damage fertility or the unborn child. Causes damage to organs. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. Harmful to aquatic life.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Use personal protective equipment as required. 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. Avoid release to the environment. Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take action to prevent static discharges. Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting/ equipment. Keep cool.

Response

Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label). IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor. Eyes 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. Skin Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Rinse mouth. Fire In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction.

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. If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. Keep out of reach of children. Read carefully and follow all instructions.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity - Oral Category 3 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 3 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Vapors) Category 3 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Reproductive toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 1, Category 3 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 1 Hazardous to the aquatic environment - acute Category 3 Flammable liquids Category 2