Methanol

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

Chronic disease of the nervous systom, skin gastrointestinal tract and eyes. Human Threshold Response Data Odor Threshold: Not established Irritation Threshold: Not established

Hazard categories

Classifications and Ratings Health Fire Pressure Reactivity Reference 49 CFR 171.8 & 173, Immediate Yes No

Hazard statements

Least 0 Slight 1 Moderate 2 High 3 Extreme 4 Immediate (Acute) Health Effects Inhalation Toxicity: Harmful if inhaled or swallowed. Inhalation Irritation: High concentrations or prolonged exposure can cause headaches, dizziness, nausea and may produce adverse effects on vision. Skin Contact: Skin contact may cause pain, redness, and severe irritation. Skin Absorption: May be absorbed through the skin with damage to kidneys, liver and central nervous system. Eye Contact Liquid and vapor cause eye irritation, tearing and a burning sensation. May cause eye injury which can last several days. Ingestion Irritation: Poisonous or fatal if swallowed. A small amount can cause mental sluggishness, nausea and vomiting leading to adverse effects on vision, possible blindness and death if treatment is not received. Ingestion Toxicity: See above entry. AcuteTarget Organ Toxicity: Kidneys, liver, central nervous system.

Potential chronic health

Carcinogenicity: This product is not known or reported to be carcinogenic by any reference source including IARC