Sodium methoxide

Hazard statements (CLP)

H228, H251, H290, H302, H314, H335

Code

Statements

H228

Flammable solid

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

WHMIS 2015 Classification

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Flammable solid May form combustible dust concentrations in air Self-heating; may catch fire May be corrosive to metals Harmful if swallowed Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause respiratory irritation Reacts violently with water

Prevention

Keep container tightly closed Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Do not allow contact with water Keep only in original packaging Keep cool. Protect from sunlight Ground and bond container and receiving equipment Do not breathe dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray 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 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

Response

In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing 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/doctor Rinse mouth Do NOT induce vomiting Wash contaminated clothing before reuse In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish Absorb spillage to prevent material damage

Storage

Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store in corrosive resistant polypropylene container with a resistant inliner Store in a dry place Store separately

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

WHMIS 2015 Classification This product is hazardous in accordance with the Canada Hazardous Products Act (HPA) and Hazardous Products Regulation (HPR), as amended (SOR/2022-272) Flammable solids Category 1 Self-heating substances and mixtures Category 1 Corrosive to metals Category 1 Acute oral toxicity Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1 A Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Respiratory system. Combustible Dusts Category 1 Physical Hazards Not Otherwise Classified Category 1 Reacts violently with water