If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Seek immediate medical attention
Inhalation
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.Do not use mouth-to-mouth method. Use an alternative method or a proper respiratory device. Seek medical attention if breathing problems develop.
Skin Contact
In case of skin contact, immediately remove contaminated clothing and wash affected areas with water and soap. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
Eye Contact
In case of eye contact, hold eyelids open and rinse with water for at least 15 minutes. Seek immediate medical attention.
Other Information
No further relevant information available.
5. Firefighting Measures
Suitable extinguishing equipment
Fire
CO₂, powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam.
HAZCHEM
Not available.
Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters
No special measures required.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Prevent seepage into sewage system, workpits and cellars.
Dilute with plenty of water.
Methods and materials for containment and clean up
Absorb with liquid-binding material (sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust).
Dispose contaminated material as waste according to item 13.
Ensure adequate ventilation.
7. Handling and Storage
Precautions for safe handling
Ensure good ventilation/exhaustion at the workplace.
Open and handle receptacle with care.
Prevent formation of aerosols.
Conditions for safe storage
Store in a cool location.
8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Exposure Standards
Material
TWA ppm
TWA mg/m³
STEL ppm
STEL mg/m³
Methyl Alcohol
200 ppm
262 mg/m³
250 ppm
328 mg/m³
Engineering controls
Keep ignition sources away - Do not smoke. Protect from heat.
Protect against electrostatic charges.
Keep respiratory protective device available.
Personal protective equipment
Eye and face protection
Tightly sealed goggles.
Avoid contact with the eyes.
Skin protection
Protective gloves.
Avoid contact with the skin.
Body protection
Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed. Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing.
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work.
Store protective clothing separately.
Respiratory protection
In case of brief exposure or low pollution use respiratory filter device. In case of intensive or longer exposure use self-contained respiratory protective device
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
General information
Appearance
Deep blue liquid
Odour
Like alcohol
pH
Not determined.
Vapour Pressure
128 hPa at 20 °C
Density
0.79 g/cm at 20 °C
Boiling Point
64.7 °C
Melting Point
-98 °C
Solubility
Fully miscible in water.
Specific Gravity of Density
Not determined.
Flash Point
11 °C
Flammable (Explosive) Limits
Lower: 5.5 Vol %
Upper: 44 Vol %
Ignition Temperature
455 °C
Formula
Not available.
10. Stability and Reactivity
Reactivity
No further relevant information available.
Chemical stability
No decomposition if used according to specifications.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
No dangerous reactions known.
Conditions to avoid
No further relevant information available.
Incompatible materials
No further relevant information available.
11. Toxicological Information
Acute effects
No further relevant information available.
Eye contact
Strong irritant with the danger of severe eye injury.
Skin contact
Irritant to skin and mucous membranes.
Ingestion
Oral LD50 5628 mg/kg (rat)
Dermal LD50 15800 mg/kg (rabbit)
Inhalation
Sensitisation possible through inhalation.
Sensitisation possible through skin contact.
Toxicity and irritation
No further relevant information available.
12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity
No further relevant information available.
Persistence and degradability
No further relevant information available.
Bioaccumulative potential
No further relevant information available.
Other adverse effects
No further relevant information available.
13. Disposal Considerations
General information
Must not be disposed together with household garbage.
Do not allow product to reach sewage system.
Disposal must be made according to official regulations.
Recommended cleansing agents: Water, if necessary together with cleansing agents
14. Transport Information
ADG label required
Class 3 Flammable liquid
HAZCHEM
Not available.
UN Number
UN1230
Proper shipping name
1230 METHANOL
Transport hazard class
3
Packing group
PG II
Environmental hazard
No
Special precautions for users
Warning: Flammable liquids
Additional information
1L
Excepted quantities (EQ) Code: E2
Maximum net quantity per inner packaging: 30 mL
Maximum net quantity per outer packaging: 500 mL ·
Transport category 2
Tunnel restriction code D/E
15. Regulatory Information
Poisons Schedule Number
No information available.
Other Information
No further relevant information available.
16. Other Information
SDS preparation date
24 February 2026
Comments
This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.