Safety Data Sheets / Methanol (Methyl Alcohol)

Safety Data Sheet

Methanol (Methyl Alcohol)

Version 1Last reviewed 25 February 2026Catalogue: 179337, 18510, 18511, CMZ-179305, CMZ-179310, CMZ-179325, EMS18510, EMS18511

1. Identification

Product Identifiers

Product Name: Methanol (Methyl Alcohol)
Other Names: Methyl Alcohol
Product Number(s): 179337, 18510, 18511, CMZ-179305, CMZ-179310, CMZ-179325, EMS18510, EMS18511
CAS Number: 67-56-1

Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use

Laboratory chemicals. For R&D use only. Not for pharmaceutical, household or other uses.

Company Details

ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia
(07) 4773 9444
pst@proscitech.com
proscitech.com.au

Emergency Contact Details

ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia
(07) 4773 9444
pst@proscitech.com
proscitech.com.au

2. Hazards Identification

Classification of the substance or mixture

GHS02 Flame
Flammable liquids 2 H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour
GHS08 Health Hazard
STOT SE 1 H370 Causes damage tot the central nervous system and the visual organs
GHS07
Acute Tox 4. H302 Harmful if swallowed
Acute Tox 4. H312 Harmful in contact with skin
Acute Tox 4. H332 Harmful if inhaled

Label Elements

Signal Words: Danger
Hazard Statement(s): Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled.
Causes damage to organs (Eyes, Central nervous system).
Precautionary Statement(s): Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking.
Keep container tightly closed.
Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment.
Use only non-sparking tools.
Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

Primary route(s) of entry

inhalation, ingestion and dermal absorption. Methanol vapours may be inhaled, while liquid methanol can be absorbed through the skin or enter the body through accidental ingestion. Eye contact may also result in exposure.

Human Health

Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
Ingestion: Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell.IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Rinse mouth.
Eyes: IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
Skin: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

Environment

Storage:
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
Store locked up.
Disposal:
Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Other Hazards: In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.

3. Composition / Information on Ingredients

Name	CAS No.	Content (w/w)	Classification
Methyl Alcohol	67-56-1	≥ 60 - ≤ 100%	Not Available

4. First Aid Measures

Ingestion: Immediately contact the Poisons Information Centre (13 11 26) or seek urgent medical attention. Rinse mouth with water. Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Obtain immediate medical attention, even if symptoms are not present, as toxic effects may be delayed. Methanol ingestion may cause severe systemic toxicity, including metabolic acidosis, visual impairment, blindness and potentially death.
Inhalation: Supply fresh air or oxygen; call for doctor.
In case of unconsciousness place patient stably in side position for transportation
Skin Contact: Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly
Eye Contact: Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor
Other Information: No further relevant information available

5. Firefighting Measures

Suitable extinguishing equipment

Fire: CO₂, extinguishing powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam.
Hazardous combustion products: Carbon oxides.
HAZCHEM: •2WE

Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters

Mouth respiratory protective device.
Pay attention to flashback.
Vapours are heavier than air and may spread along floors.
Development of hazardous combustion gases or vapours possible in the event of fire.
Forms explosive mixtures with air at ambient temperatures.
Specific extinguishing methods: Remove container from danger zone and cool with water.
Prevent fire extinguishing water from contaminating surface water or the ground water system.
Specific extinguishing methods: Remove container from danger zone and cool with water.
Prevent fire extinguishing water from contaminating surface water or the ground water system.

6. Accidental Release Measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures: Advice for non-emergency personnel: Do not breathe vapours, aerosols.
Avoid substance contact.
Ensure adequate ventilation.
Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.
Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.
Advice for emergency responders: Wear appropriate personal protective equipment, as indicated in Section 8.
Environmental precautions: Dilute with plenty of water.
Do not allow to enter sewers/ surface or ground water.
Risk of explosion.
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. Cover drains. Collect, bind, and pump off spills.

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.
Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition.
Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
Conditions for safe storage: Keep receptacle tightly sealed.
Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed receptacles.
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and wellventilated place.
Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.
Keep locked up or in an area accessible only to qualified or authorised persons.
Storage class : 3, Flammable liquids
Recommended storage temperature: Recommended storage temperature if relevant, see product label.
Packaging material: Suitable material: Any Metal Drum

8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection

Exposure Standards

Material	TWA ppm	TWA mg/m³	STEL ppm	STEL mg/m³
Methanol	200 ppm	262 mg/m3	250 ppm	328 mg/m3

Engineering controls: No data available.

Personal protective equipment

Eye and face protection: Tightly sealed goggles
Skin protection: Protective gloves
Body protection: Protective clothing
Respiratory protection: In case of brief exposure or low pollution use respiratory filter device. In case of intensive or longer
exposure use respiratory protective device that is independent of circulating air

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

General information

Appearance: Colourless fluid
Odour: Alcohol-like
pH: Not determined
Vapour Pressure: 128 hPa (96 mm Hg) at 20 °C (68 °F)
Density: 0.79 g/cm³ (6.59255 lbs/gal) at 20 °C (68 °F)
Boiling Point: 64.7 °C (148.5 °F)
Melting Point: -98 °C (-144.4 °F)
Solubility: Fully miscible.
Specific Gravity of Density: Not determined.
Flash Point: 11 °C (51.8 °F)
Flammable (Explosive) Limits: Lower 5.5 Vol %, Upper 44 Vol %
Ignition Temperature: 455 °C (851 °F)
Formula: CH3OH

10. Stability and Reactivity

Reactivity: Vapours may form explosive mixture with air.
Chemical stability: No decomposition if used according to specifications.
Possibility of hazardous reactions: Risk of explosion with:
Oxidizing agents
perchloric acid
perchlorates
salts of oxyhalogenic acids
chromium(VI) oxide
halogen oxides
nitrogen oxides
nonmetallic oxides
chromosulfuric acid
chlorates
hydrides
zinc diethyl
halogens
powdered magnesium
hydrogen peroxide
Nitric acid
sulfuric acid
permanganic acid
sodium hypochlorite
Exothermic reaction with:
acid halides
Acid anhydrides
Reducing agents
acids
Bromine
Chlorine
Chloroform
magnesium
tetrachloromethane
Risk of ignition or formation of inflammable gases or
vapours with:
Fluorine
Oxides of phosphorus
Raney-nickel
Generates dangerous gases or fumes in contact with:
Alkaline earth metals
Alkali metals
Conditions to avoid: Warming.
Incompatible materials: No further relevant information available

11. Toxicological Information

Acute effects: No irritant effect
Eye contact: No irritant effect
Skin contact: No irritant effect
Ingestion: No irritant effect
Inhalation: No irritant effect
Toxicity and irritation: No irritant effect

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: Water hazard class 2 (Assessment by list): hazardous for water
Do not allow product to reach ground water, water course or sewage system.
Danger to drinking water if even small quantities leak into the ground

13. Disposal Considerations

General information

Waste material must be disposed of in accordance with the national and local regulations. Leave chemicals in original containers. No mixing with other waste. Handle uncleaned containers like the product itself.

14. Transport Information

ADG label required

HAZCHEM: •2WE
UN Number: UN1230
Proper shipping name: Methanol
Transport hazard class: 3 Flammable liquids
Packing group: II
Environmental hazard: Not applicable.
Special precautions for users: Warning: Flammable liquids
Additional information: not available

15. Regulatory Information

Poisons Schedule Number: 313 Specific toxic chemical listings, Hazardous Air Pollutants, Chemicals known to cause developmental toxicity,
Other Information: 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.

16. Other Information

SDS preparation date: 25 February 2026