General Information
Version
8.3
Revision date
2023-01-26
Product name
Methyl formate for synthesis
CAS No.
107-31-3
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Chemical for synthesis
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Company Information
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GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H224, H301, H301+H311+H331, H311, H319, H331, H335, H370
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H224
Extremely flammable liquid and vapour
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Flammable liquids (Category 1), H224 Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 3), H301 Acute toxicity, Inhalation (Category 3), H331 Acute toxicity, Dermal (Category 3), H311 Serious eye damage/eye irritation (Category 2), H319 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 1), H370 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 3), Respiratory system, H335 For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H224 Extremely flammable liquid and vapor. H301 + H311 + H331 Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H370 Causes damage to organs.
Prevention
P210 Keep away from heat/ sparks/ open flames/ hot surfaces. No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P260 Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapors/ spray. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P301 + P310 + P330 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. Rinse mouth. P308 + P311 IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.
Storage
P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
Other hazards
- none
