MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

Wausau Chemical Corporation, 2001 N. River Drive, Wausau, WI 54403

                                                                             Last Revision:               January 28, 2004

HMIS Hazard 4 – Extreme                  Health              1 3 – High                       Fire                  3 2 – Moderate               Reactivity         0 1 – Slight                      Other 0 - Least

Emergency       CHEMTREC               800-424-9300

Phones:            Wausau Chemical         715-842-2285

SECTION 1 - MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION

 

 

 

NAME:                        METHANOL

FORMULA:                CH₃OH            M.W. = 32.05

SYNONYMS:             Methyl Alcohol, Wood Alcohol, Carbinol, Methyl Hydroxide, Wood Naphtha

MANUFACTURERS: Celanese Corp, General Chemical Corp, Lyndell Petrochemical Co.

SECTION 2  - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

 

 

 

HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL               CAS #             PERCENT       PEL/TWA        SARA III, SEC 313    

Methanol                                              67-56-1           100%               200ppm                       YES

 

SECTION 3 – CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

 

 

 

Appearance:           Clear, colorless liquid                      Boiling Point (^oF):                                 148.1^oF

Odor:                     Slight alcohol odor              Freezing Point (^oF):                               ND

pH:                         NA                                                            Specific Gravity (H₂O=1 @ 68^oF):       0.7925

Water solubility:            Complete                                 Vapor Pressure, mm Hg, 68^oF: 96.1mm

Vapor Density (air=1)   :           1.11                             Volatile Organic (VOC) content:           100%

Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1)                4.6

 

SECTION 4 – FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS

 

 

Flash Point (TCC):                   53.6^oF              Explosive Limits: Lower            7.3%    Upper              36%    

Flammable Limits:                     None                Auto Ignition Temperature:        878^oF

Extinguishing Media:                 Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, halon, or alcohol resistant foam.

 

Special Fire Fighting Procedures and Hazards:  Wear chemical protective clothing and positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus. Avoid vapors. They may travel to source of ignition and flash back,

 

Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards:                   Containers may explode in heat of fire. Keep runoff away from sewer.

 

SECTION 5 – REACTIVITY INFORMATION

 

 

Stable:    X  Unstable:               Hazardous Polymerization:   Occurs:                 Does not Occur:           X

 

Conditions to Avoid:                 Strong oxidizers, excessive heat and ignition sources.

 

Materials to Avoid:                   Strong oxidizing agents

 

Decomposition Products:          Irritating smoke and fumes. Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide.

Methanol                                                                                                                                            Page 2

SECTION 6 – HEALTH HAZARDS – PROTECTIVE MEASURES  – FIRST AID

 

 

Carcinogen:      No

EYES:              Severe eye irritant, causing pain and redness. Prolonged contact may cause blindness. Use chemical goggles when handling this product. Do not wear contact lenses. In the event of contact flush with water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if symptoms develop.

 

SKIN:              Can cause skin inflammation, followed by dermatitis on repeated or prolonged contact. Use neoprene or rubber gloves and apron when handling this product In the event of contact flush with water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if symptoms develop.

 

INHALATION:           Can cause shortness of breath. If inhaled, immediately move victim to fresh air. If not breathing, perform artificial respiration. Get immediate medical attention.

 

INGESTION:              Diluted solutions may cause severe abdominal pain, anorexia, nausea, and vomiting. Higher concentrations may cause blurred vision and speech, blindness, unconsciousness and death. Get immediate medical attention. Drink large amounts of water. Induce vomiting immediately.

 

IN ALL CASES:          GET PROMPT MEDICAL ATTENTION IF ADVERSE EFFECTS PERSIST

PRIMARY ROUTES OF ENTRY:      Skin, eyes, inhalation, ingestion.

 

HYGIENE:      Wash hands and face before eating or drinking. Wash soiled clothing before wearing again if contact occurs.

SECTION 7 – PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING, STORAGE AND USE

 

 

 

SPILLS AND LEAKS:            Shut off ignition sources. If large spill, wear protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus. Do not touch spilled material. Stop leak if safely possible. Contain to prevent loss to the environment. If small spill, absorb with sand or noncombustible material and put in containers for later disposal.

 

STORAGE AND HANDLING:           Keep containers tightly closed. Store in cool, dry, well ventilated area, away from strong oxidizer and fire hazards.

 

WASTE DISPOSAL:              Follow recommendations of local, state and federal regulations.

 

EMPTY CONTAINERS:        Rinse thoroughly with water. Replace and firmly tighten closures. Send to a recycling center or return to Wausau      Chemical Corporation.

SECTION 8 – REGULATORY INFORMATION

 

 

 

DOT SHIPPING DESCRIPTION:                  Methanol, 3, UN1230, PGII

 

LABEL REQUIRED                                        Flammable

The information contained herein is given in good faith, but no warranty, representation, inducement or license of any kind is made, except that the information is accurate to the best of Wausau Chemical Corporation’s knowledge, or is obtained from sources believed by Wausau Chemical Corporation to be reliable and accurate. Wausau Chemical Corporation does not assume any legal responsibility for use or reliance upon the information being furnished. Customers are encouraged to conduct their own tests. Before using any product, read the container label directions as well as the Material Safety Data Sheet.

 

 

 

 

 

 

ND – Not Determined              NA – Not Applicable               NE – Not Established