1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING

PRODUCT NAME METHANOL AR
PRODUCT NO. 1210
APPLICATION General chemical reagent
SUPPLIER Spen Valley Bio Diesel
T: 01274308704
F:
E: spenvalley@btconnect.com

2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

EU INDEX NO. 603-001-00-X
EC No. 200-659-6
CAS-No. 67-56-1

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Highly flammable. Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Toxic: danger of very serious irreversible effects through
inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
CLASSIFICATION

4. FIRST-AID MEASURES

INHALATION
Remove victim immediately from source of exposure. Move into fresh air and keep at rest. Get immediate medical attention.
INGESTION
Do not induce vomiting. Immediately rinse mouth and drink plenty of water. Get medical attention immediately!
SKIN CONTACT
Immediately remove contaminated clothing. Wash the skin immediately with soap and water. Get medical attention immediately.
EYE CONTACT
Promptly wash eyes with plenty of water or eye wash solution while lifting the eyelids.If possible remove any contact lenses and continue to
wash. Get medical attention immediately.

5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Water spray, dry powder or vaporising liquids
UNUSUAL FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARDS
HIGHLY FLAMMABLE! Forms explosive mixtures with air.
SPECIFIC HAZARDS
By heating and fire, toxic vapours/gases may be formed.
PROTECTIVE MEASURES IN FIRE
Self contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing must be worn in case of fire.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
Wear protective clothing as described in Section 8 of this safety data sheet.
SPILL CLEAN UP METHODS
Remove sources of ignition. Small Spillages Absorb with sand or other inert absorbent. Large Spillages Dam and absorb spillages with
sand, earth or other non-combustible material. Collect spillage in containers, seal securely and deliver for disposal according to local
regulations. Containers with collected spillage must be properly labelled with correct contents and hazard symbol. Wash spillage site well with water and detergent.Ventilate. Wash thoroughly after dealing with a spillage.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

USAGE PRECAUTIONS
Avoid spilling, skin and eye contact. Avoid inhalation of vapours and spray mists. Eliminate all sources of ignition. Static electricity and
formation of sparks must be prevented.
STORAGE PRECAUTIONS
Flammable/combustible - Keep away from oxidisers, heat and flames. Store in tightly closed original container in a dry and cool place.
STORAGE CLASS
Flammable liquid storage.

8. Exposure controls and personal protection

ENGINEERING MEASURES
Work in flameproof fume cupboard. Ensure occupational exposure limit is not exceeded.
RESPIRATORY EQUIPMENT
Wear respiratory protection if workplace exposure limits are exceeded due to inadequate ventilation or extraction. Wear suitable respiratory protection if vapours or mists are generated.
HAND PROTECTION
Use protective gloves. Butyl rubber. Viton rubber (fluor rubber). Polyethylene/Ethylene Vinyl Alcohol (PE/EVAL). Be aware that the liquid may penetrate the gloves. Frequent change is advisable. The most suitable glove must be chosen in consultation with the gloves supplier, who can inform about the breakthrough time of the glove material.
EYE PROTECTION
Wear approved safety goggles.
OTHER PROTECTION
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent any possibility of skin contact.
HYGIENE MEASURES
DO NOT SMOKE IN WORK AREA! Wash at the end of each work shift and before eating, smoking and using the toilet. Wash promptly if skin becomes wet or contaminated. Promptly remove any clothing that becomes wet or contaminated. When using do not eat, drink or smoke.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

APPEARANCE Liquid
COLOUR Colourless
ODOUR Characteristic
SOLUBILITY Miscible with water.
BOILING POINT (°C) 65
MELTING POINT (°C) - 98
RELATIVE DENSITY 0.79
VAPOUR DENSITY (air=1) 1.11
VAPOUR PRESSURE 128 hPa 20
EVAPORATION RATE 460 (n-Butyl acetate = 1)
FLASH POINT (°C) +12°C
AUTO IGNITION 464
TEMPERATURE (°C)
FLAMMABILITY LIMIT - LOWER(%) 7.3
FLAMMABILITY LIMIT - UPPER(%) 37

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

STABILITY
Stable under normal temperature conditions.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID
Avoid heat, flames and other sources of ignition.
MATERIALS TO AVOID
Alkali metals. Alkali earth metals. Strong oxidising substances. Inorganic hydrides. Nitric acid.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

TOXIC DOSE 1 - LD 50 5628 mg/kg (oral rat)
TOXIC CONC. - LC 50 64, 000 ppm/4h (inh-rat)
TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
LDLo 143 mg/kg (Oral, human) (Methanol)
INHALATION
Toxic by inhalation.
INGESTION
Toxic if swallowed.
SKIN CONTACT
Product has a defatting effect on skin. May be absorbed through the skin.
EYE CONTACT
Irritating to eyes.
HEALTH WARNINGS
Absorption of large quantities may cause irreversible damage to the optic nerve (due to methanol), nausea, headache, vomiting, inebriation
and blindness.
ROUTE OF ENTRY
Inhalation. Skin absorption. Ingestion.
TARGET ORGANS
Systemic effect can lead to damage of the kidneys, liver and heart

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

ECOTOXICITY
Although not classified as environmentally hazardous, harmful effects cannot be excluded in the event of improper handling or disposal.
LC 50, 96 Hrs, FISH mg/l 13, 000 (Salmo gairdneri), 29, 000 (Promephales promelas), 15, 400 (Lepomis mochrochirus)
BIOACCUMULATION
Low bioaccumulation potential.
DEGRADABILITY
Good biodegradability

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

DISPOSAL METHODS
Dispose of waste and residues in accordance with local authority requirements.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

UK ROAD CLASS	3
PROPER SHIPPING NAME	METHANOL
UN NO. ROAD	1230	UK ROAD PACK GR.	II
ADR CLASS	NO. 3	ADR CLASS Class	3: Flammable liquids.
ADR PACK GROUP	II	ADR LABEL NO.	3 & 6.1
HAZCHEM CODE	2WE	CEFIC TEC(R) NO.	30GFT1-II
RID CLASS NO.	3	RID PACK GROUP	II
UN NO. SEA	1230	IMDG CLASS	3
IMDG PAGE NO.	3 & 6.1	IMDG PACK GR.	II
EMS	F-E, S-D	MFAG	19
MARINE POLLUTANT	No.	UN NO. AIR	1230
AIR CLASS	3	AIR SUB CLASS	6.1
AIR PACK GR.	II

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

LABELLING

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
S7 Keep container tightly closed.
S16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
S45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show label
where possible).
S36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
S1/2 Keep locked up and out of the reach of children.
UK REGULATORY REFERENCES
Highly Flammable Liquid Regulations 1972. Fire precautions Act 1971.
STATUTORY INSTRUMENTS
Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging) Regulations. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health.
APPROVED CODE OF PRACTICE
Classification and Labelling of Substances and Preparations Dangerous for Supply. COSHH essentials: Easy steps to control chemicals.
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations.
GUIDANCE NOTES
Workplace Exposure Limits EH40. Introduction to Local Exhaust Ventilation HS(G)37.
NATIONAL REGULATIONS
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (as amended)