| AQUASTAR ®, CombiMethanol | 1.88009 | 1/1 |
| Material Safety Data Sheet |
| AQUASTAR ®, CombiMethanol |
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| 1 . | Product and company identification |
| Product name | : | AQUASTAR ®, CombiMethanol |
| Product code | : | 1.88009 |
| Supplier | : | EMD Chemicals Inc. 480 S. Democrat Rd. Gibbstown, NJ 08027 856-423-6300 Technical Service Monday - Friday: 8:00 - 5:00 PM |
| Synonym | : | Methyl Alcohol |
| Material uses | : | Other non-specified industry: Analytical reagent. |
| Validation date | : | 02/02/2009 |
| In case of emergency | : | 800-424-9300 CHEMTREC (USA) 613-996-6666 CANUTEC (Canada) 24 Hours/Day: 7 Days/Week |
| 2 . | Hazards identification |
| Emergency overview | : | DANGER! POISON! |
| HARMFUL IF INHALED OR ABSORBED THROUGH SKIN. CAUSES RESPIRATORY TRACT, EYE AND SKIN IRRITATION. FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOR. VAPOR MAY CAUSE FLASH FIRE. MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE FOLLOWING ORGANS: GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT, RESPIRATORY TRACT, SKIN, EYES, CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM. MAY BE FATAL OR CAUSE BLINDNESS IF SWALLOWED. VAPOR HARMFUL. CANNOT BE MADE NONPOISONOUS. |
| Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Do not breathe vapor or mist. Do not ingest. Do not get in eyes or on skin or clothing. Use only with adequate ventilation. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Wash thoroughly after handling. |
| Physical state | : | Liquid. [Colorless.] |
| OSHA/HCS status | : | This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). |
| Routes of entry | : | Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion. |
| Potential acute health effects |
| Inhalation | : | Toxic by inhalation. Irritating to respiratory system. |
| Ingestion | : | Very toxic if swallowed. |
| Skin | : | Toxic in contact with skin. Irritating to skin. |
| Eyes | : | Irritating to eyes. |
| Potential chronic health effects |
| Carcinogenicity | : | No known significant effects or critical hazards. |
| Mutagenicity | : | No known significant effects or critical hazards. |
| Teratogenicity | : | No known significant effects or critical hazards. |
| Developmental effects | : | No known significant effects or critical hazards. |
| Fertility effects | : | No known significant effects or critical hazards. |
| Target organs | : | May cause damage to the following organs: gastrointestinal tract, upper respiratory tract, skin, eyes, central nervous system (CNS). |
| Medical conditions aggravated by over-exposure | : | Pre-existing disorders involving any target organs mentioned in this MSDS as being at risk may be aggravated by over-exposure to this product. |
| See toxicological information (section 11) |
| 3 . | Composition/information on ingredients |
| Name | CAS number | % by weight |
| Methanol | 67-56-1 | 100 |
| 4 . | First aid measures |
| Eye contact | : | Check for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical attention immediately. |
| Skin contact | : | In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Clean shoes thoroughly before reuse. Get medical attention immediately. |
| Inhalation | : | Move exposed person to fresh air. If not breathing, if breathing is irregular or if respiratory arrest occurs, provide artificial respiration or oxygen by trained personnel. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical attention immediately. |
| Ingestion | : | Call medical doctor or poison control center immediately. Wash out mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention immediately. |
| 5 . | Fire-fighting measures |
| Flammability of the product | : | Flammable liquid. In a fire or if heated, a pressure increase will occur and the container may burst, with the risk of a subsequent explosion. The vapor/gas is heavier than air and will spread along the ground. Vapors may accumulate in low or confined areas or travel a considerable distance to a source of ignition and flash back. Runoff to sewer may create fire or explosion hazard. |
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| Not suitable | : | Do not use water jet. |
| Special exposure hazards | : | Promptly isolate the scene by removing all persons from the vicinity of the incident if there is a fire. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Move containers from fire area if this can be done without risk. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. |
| Hazardous thermal decomposition products | : | Decomposition products may include the following materials: carbon dioxide carbon monoxide |
| Special protective equipment for fire-fighters | : | Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode. |
| Special remarks on fire hazards | : | Dangerous fire and explosion risk. Container explosion may occur under fire conditions or when heated. Vapor may travel a considerable distance to source of ignition and flash back. |
| 6 . | Accidental release measures |
| Personal precautions | : | No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Evacuate surrounding areas. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from entering. Do not touch or walk through spilled material. Shut off all ignition sources. No flares, smoking or flames in hazard area. Do not breathe vapor or mist. Provide adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see section 8). |
| Environmental precautions | : | Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers. Inform the relevant authorities if the product has caused environmental pollution (sewers, waterways, soil or air). |
| Methods for cleaning up |
| Spill | : | Stop leak if without risk. Move containers from spill area. Approach release from upwind. Prevent entry into sewers, water courses, basements or confined areas. Contain and collect spillage with non-combustible, absorbent material e.g. sand, earth, vermiculite or diatomaceous earth and place in container for disposal according to local regulations (see section 13). Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Contaminated absorbent material may pose the same hazard as the spilled product. Note: see section 1 for emergency contact information and section 13 for waste disposal. Dilute with water and mop up if water-soluble or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal container. |
| 7 . | Handling and storage |
| Handling | : | Do not get in eyes or on skin or clothing. Do not breathe vapor or mist. Do not ingest. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Do not enter storage areas and confined spaces unless adequately ventilated. Keep in the original container or an approved alternative made from a compatible material, kept tightly closed when not in use. Store and use away from heat, sparks, open flame or any other ignition source. Use explosion-proof electrical (ventilating, lighting and material handling) equipment. Use non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against electrostatic discharges. To avoid fire or explosion, dissipate static electricity during transfer by grounding and bonding containers and equipment before transferring material. Empty containers retain product residue and can be hazardous. Do not reuse container. |
| Storage | : | Store in accordance with local regulations. Store in a segregated and approved area. Store in original container, protected from direct sunlight. Eliminate all ignition sources. Separate from oxidizing materials. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Containers that have been opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. |
| 8 . | Exposure controls/personal protection |
| Ingredient | Exposure limits |
| Methanol | ACGIH (United States, 1994). Absorbed through skin. TWA: 262 mg/m³ STEL: 328 mg/m³ OSHA (United States, 1989). Absorbed through skin. TWA: 260 mg/m³ STEL: 325 mg/m³ ACGIH TLV (United States, 1/2008). Absorbed through skin. TWA: 200 ppm 8 hour(s). TWA: 262 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). STEL: 250 ppm 15 minute(s). STEL: 328 mg/m³ 15 minute(s). OSHA PEL 1989 (United States, 3/1989). Absorbed through skin. TWA: 200 ppm 8 hour(s). TWA: 260 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). STEL: 250 ppm 15 minute(s). STEL: 325 mg/m³ 15 minute(s). NIOSH REL (United States, 6/2008). Absorbed through skin. TWA: 200 ppm 10 hour(s). TWA: 260 mg/m³ 10 hour(s). STEL: 250 ppm 15 minute(s). STEL: 325 mg/m³ 15 minute(s). OSHA PEL (United States, 11/2006). TWA: 200 ppm 8 hour(s). TWA: 260 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). |
| Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits. |
| Engineering measures | : | Use only with adequate ventilation. Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep worker exposure to airborne contaminants below any recommended or statutory limits. The engineering controls also need to keep gas, vapor or dust concentrations below any lower explosive limits. Use explosion-proof ventilation equipment. |
| Hygiene measures | : | Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling chemical products, before eating, smoking and using the lavatory and at the end of the working period. Appropriate techniques should be used to remove potentially contaminated clothing. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location. |
| Personal protection |
| Respiratory | : | Use a properly fitted, air-purifying or air-fed respirator complying with an approved standard if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary. Respirator selection must be based on known or anticipated exposure levels, the hazards of the product and the safe working limits of the selected respirator. |
| Hands | : | Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves complying with an approved standard should be worn at all times when handling chemical products if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary. Recommended: neoprene |
| Eyes | : | Safety eyewear complying with an approved standard should be used when a risk assessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure to liquid splashes, mists or dusts. Recommended: safety glasses with side-shields |
| Skin | : | Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the task being performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist before handling this product. Recommended: lab coat |
| Environmental exposure controls | : | Emissions from ventilation or work process equipment should be checked to ensure they comply with the requirements of environmental protection legislation. In some cases, fume scrubbers, filters or engineering modifications to the process equipment will be necessary to reduce emissions to acceptable levels. |
| 9 . | Physical and chemical properties |
| Physical state | : | Liquid. [Colorless.] |
| Flash point | : | Open cup: 15.85°C (60.5°F) |
| Auto-ignition temperature | : | 464°C (867.2°F) |
| Flammable limits | : | Lower: 6% Upper: 36.5% |
| Odor | : | Characteristic. Alcohol-like. |
| Molecular weight | : | 32.05 g/mole |
| Molecular formula | : | C-H4-O |
| pH | : | Not available. |
| Boiling/condensation point | : | 64.5°C (148.1°F) |
| Melting/freezing point | : | -97.8°C (-144°F) |
| Relative density | : | 0.792 |
| Vapor pressure | : | 12.9 kPa (97 mm Hg) |
| Vapor density | : | 1.11 [Air = 1] |
| Volatility | : | 99.9% (v/v) |
| Odor threshold | : | 100 ppm |
| Evaporation rate | : | 2.1 (Butyl acetate. = 1) |
| VOC | : | 100 (%) |
| Solubility | : | Soluble in the following materials: water |
| 10 . | Stability and reactivity |
| Chemical stability | : | The product is stable. |
| Possibility of hazardous reactions | : | Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous reactions will not occur. |
| Hazardous polymerization | : | Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous polymerization will not occur. |
| Conditions to avoid | : | Avoid all possible sources of ignition (spark or flame). Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind or expose containers to heat or sources of ignition. Do not allow vapor to accumulate in low or confined areas. |
| Materials to avoid | : | Highly reactive or incompatible with the following materials: oxidizing materials. Reactive or incompatible with the following materials: metals and acids. |
| Hazardous decomposition products | : | Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous decomposition products should not be produced. |
| Conditions of reactivity | : | Highly flammable in the presence of the following materials or conditions: open flames, sparks and static discharge, heat and oxidizing materials. Dangerous fire and explosion risk. Container explosion may occur under fire conditions or when heated. Vapor may travel a considerable distance to source of ignition and flash back. |
| Highly explosive in the presence of the following materials or conditions: open flames, sparks and static discharge, heat and oxidizing materials. |
| 11 . | Toxicological information |
| Acute toxicity |
| Product/ingredient name | Test Route | Species | Result |
| Methanol | LD50 Dermal | Rabbit | 15800 mg/kg |
| LD50 Intraperitoneal | Rat | 7529 mg/kg |
| LD50 Intravenous | Rat | 2131 mg/kg |
| LD50 Oral | Rat | 5628 mg/kg |
| LD50 Oral | Rat | 5600 mg/kg |
| LD50 Oral | Mouse | 7300 mg/kg |
| LD50 Oral | Rabbit | 14200 mg/kg |
| LDLo Oral | Man | 6422 mg/kg |
| LDLo Oral | Human | 428 mg/kg |
| LDLo Oral | Human | 143 mg/kg |
| LDLo Dermal | Monkey | 393 mg/kg |
| TDLo Intraperitoneal | Rat | 3000 mg/kg |
| TDLo Oral | Rat | 8 g/kg |
| TDLo Oral | Rat - Female | 3500 mg/kg |
| TDLo Intraperitoneal | Rat | 3490 mg/kg |
| TDLo Oral | Rat | 3 g/kg |
| LC50 Inhalation Vapor | Rat | 64000 ppm |
| LC50 Inhalation Gas. | Rat | 64000 ppm |
| Carcinogenicity |
| No known significant effects or critical hazards. |
| Mutagenicity |
| No known significant effects or critical hazards. |
| Teratogenicity |
| No known significant effects or critical hazards. |
| 12 . | Ecological information |
| Aquatic ecotoxicity |
| Product/ingredient name | Result | Species | Exposure |
| Methanol | Acute EC50 22200 to 23400 mg/L Fresh water | Daphnia - Water flea - Daphnia obtusa - Neonate - <24 hours | 48 hours |
| Acute EC50 16000 mg/L | Fish | 48 hours |
| Acute EC50 13200 mg/L | Fish | 48 hours |
| Acute EC50 >10000 mg/L | Daphnia | 48 hours |
| Acute EC50 >10000000 ug/L Fresh water | Daphnia - Water flea - Daphnia magna - 6 to 24 hours | 48 hours |
| Acute EC50 24500000 to 29350000 ug/L Fresh water | Daphnia - Water flea - Daphnia magna - LARVAE - <24 hours | 48 hours |
| Acute EC50 13000000 to 13400000 ug/L Fresh water | Fish - Rainbow trout,donaldson trout - Oncorhynchus mykiss - Juvenile (Fledgling, Hatchling, Weanling) - 0.813 g | 96 hours |
| Acute EC50 12700000 to 13700000 ug/L Fresh water | Fish - Bluegill - Lepomis macrochirus - Juvenile (Fledgling, Hatchling, Weanling) - 3.07 g | 96 hours |
| Acute LC50 19 to 20 ml/L Fresh water | Fish - Rainbow trout,donaldson trout - Oncorhynchus mykiss - 0.8 g | 96 hours |
| Acute LC50 15400 mg/L | Fish | 96 hours |
| Acute LC50 2500000 ug/L Marine water | Crustaceans - Common shrimp, sand shrimp - Crangon crangon - Adult | 48 hours |
| Acute LC50 >100000 ug/L Fresh water | Fish - Fathead minnow - Pimephales promelas - Juvenile (Fledgling, Hatchling, Weanling) - 0.2 to 0.5 g | 96 hours |
| Acute LC50 28200000 ug/L Fresh water | Fish - Fathead minnow - Pimephales promelas - 0.12 g | 96 hours |
| Acute LC50 28000000 ug/L Marine water | Fish - Bleak - Alburnus alburnus - 8 to 10 cm | 96 hours |
| Acute LC50 >28000000 ug/L Marine water | Fish - Bleak - Alburnus alburnus - 8 cm | 96 hours |
| Acute LC50 3289 to 4395 mg/L Fresh water | Daphnia - Water flea - Daphnia magna - Neonate - <24 hours | 48 hours |
| Acute LC50 20100000 to 20700000 ug/L Fresh water | Fish - Rainbow trout,donaldson trout - Oncorhynchus mykiss - Juvenile (Fledgling, Hatchling, Weanling) - 0.813 g | 96 hours |
| Acute LC50 15400000 to 17600000 ug/L Fresh water | Fish - Bluegill - Lepomis macrochirus - Juvenile (Fledgling, Hatchling, Weanling) - 3.07 g | 96 hours |
| Acute LC50 >100 mg/L | Fish | 96 hours |
| Acute LC50 >100 mg/L | Daphnia | 96 hours |
| Acute LC50 10000000 to 33000000 ug/L Marine water | Fish - Hooknose - Agonus cataphractus - Adult | 96 hours |
| Environmental effects | : | No known significant effects or critical hazards. |
| Other adverse effects | : | No known significant effects or critical hazards. |
| 13 . | Disposal considerations |
| The information presented only applies to the material as supplied. The identification based on characteristic(s) or listing may not apply if the material has been used or otherwise contaminated. It is the responsibility of the waste generator to determine the toxicity and physical properties of the material generated to determine the proper waste identification and disposal methods in compliance with applicable regulations. Disposal should be in accordance with applicable regional, national and local laws and regulations. |
| 14 . | Transport information |
| Regulatory information | UN number | Proper shipping name | Classes | PG* | Label | Additional information |
| DOT Classification | UN1230 | METHANOL | 3 | II |  |
Reportable quantity 5000 lbs. (2270 kg) |
| PG* : Packing group |
| 15 . | Regulatory information |
| United States |
| HCS Classification | : | Flammable liquid Highly toxic material Irritating material Target organ effects |
| U.S. Federal regulations | : | United States inventory (TSCA 8b): This material is listed or exempted. |
| TSCA (Toxic Substance Control Act): This product is listed on the TSCA Inventory. |
| SARA 302/304/311/312 extremely hazardous substances: No products were found. SARA 302/304 emergency planning and notification: No products were found. SARA 302/304/311/312 hazardous chemicals: Methanol SARA 311/312 MSDS distribution - chemical inventory - hazard identification: Methanol: Fire hazard, Immediate (acute) health hazard, Delayed (chronic) health hazard |
| Clean Water Act (CWA) 307: No products were found. |
| Clean Water Act (CWA) 311: No products were found. |
| Clean Air Act (CAA) 112 accidental release prevention: No products were found. |
| Clean Air Act (CAA) 112 regulated flammable substances: No products were found. |
| Clean Air Act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: No products were found. |
| DEA List I Chemicals (Precursor Chemicals) | : | Not listed |
| DEA List II Chemicals (Essential Chemicals) | : | Not listed |
| SARA 313 |
| Product name | CAS number | Concentration |
| Form R - Reporting requirements | : |
| Methanol | 67-56-1 | 100 |
| Supplier notification | : |
| Methanol | 67-56-1 | 100 |
| SARA 313 notifications must not be detached from the MSDS and any copying and redistribution of the MSDS shall include copying and redistribution of the notice attached to copies of the MSDS subsequently redistributed. |
| Massachusetts Substances | : | This material is listed. |
| New Jersey Hazardous Substances | : | This material is listed. |
| New York Acutely Hazardous Substances | : | This material is listed. |
| Pennsylvania RTK Hazardous Substances | : | This material is listed. |
| Canada |
| WHMIS (Canada) | : | Class B-2: Flammable liquid Class D-1B: Material causing immediate and serious toxic effects (Toxic). Class D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (Very toxic). Class D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (Toxic). |
| Canadian lists | : | CEPA Toxic substances: This material is not listed. Canadian ARET: This material is not listed. Canadian NPRI: This material is listed. Alberta Designated Substances: This material is not listed. Ontario Designated Substances: This material is not listed. Quebec Designated Substances: This material is not listed. |
| CEPA DSL / CEPA NDSL | : | This material is listed or exempted. |
| This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS contains all the information required by the Controlled Products Regulations. |
| EU regulations |
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| Risk phrases | : | R11- Highly flammable. R23/24/25- Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. R39/23/24/25- Toxic: danger of very serious irreversible effects through inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. |
| Safety phrases | : | S1/2- Keep locked up and out of the reach of children. S7- Keep container tightly closed. S16- Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking. S36/37- Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves. S45- In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible). |
| International regulations |
| International lists | : | Australia inventory (AICS): This material is listed or exempted. China inventory (IECSC): This material is listed or exempted. Japan inventory (ENCS): This material is listed or exempted. Japan inventory (ISHL): Not determined. Korea inventory (KECI): This material is listed or exempted. New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals (NZIoC): This material is listed or exempted. Philippines inventory (PICCS): This material is listed or exempted. |
| 16 . | Other information |
| National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.) | : |
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| Notice to reader |
| The statements contained herein are based upon technical data that EMD Chemicals Inc. believes to be reliable, are offered for information purposes only and as a guide to the appropriate precautionary and emergency handling of the material by a properly trained person having the necessary technical skills. Users should consider these data only as a supplement to other information gathered by them and must make independent determinations of suitability and completeness of information from all sources to assure proper use, storage and disposal of these materials and the safety and health of employees and customers and the protection of the environment. EMD CHEMICALS INC. MAKES NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE, WITH RESPECT TO THE INFORMATION HEREIN OR THE PRODUCT TO WHICH THE INFORMATION REFERS. |
