Methanol

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) complies with the United Nations Globally Harmonized
System (GHS) of Classification and Labeling, Second revised Edition and meets or exceeds the
Canadian and United States Requirements for Hazard Communication

1. Product and Supplier Identification

Product Name: Methanol
GHS Product Identifier: Methanol

Recommended Use: Solvent, fuel, feedstock

Restrictions on Use: Do not use in a confined area without proper ventilation. Contact lenses
may cause further damage in case of splash into eye. Avoid use near heat, flames, sparks, and
other sources of ignition.

Product: Methanol (CH3OH) Methanex Tel. #: (604) 661-2600

Synonyms: Methanol, methyl hydrate, wood Emergency Tel. #: 1-800-262-8200

spirit, methyl hydroxide (CHEMTREC) (Canada and USA)

Company Methanex Corporation

Identification: 1800 Waterfront Centre
200 Burrard Street
Vancouver, B.C.
V6C 3M1
Importer: Methanex Methanol Company
15301 Dallas Parkway, Suite 900
Addison, Texas 75001
Telephone: (972) 702-0909

2. Hazards Identification
Classification: Flammable Liquid, Category 1, Acute Toxicity Category 1*, Reproductive
Toxicity 1B, Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure)

Label:

Hazard Communication: DANGER! Extremely flammable liquid and vapour. Fatal if swallowed.
May damage fertility or the unborn child (fetotoxic and teratogenic effects).
May cause damage to eyes and central nervous system if ingested or inhaled.

*Note: Assigned to classification based on human experience rather than the strict application of
classification criteria set out in the Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods, Model
Regulations Special Provision 279.

Hazards: Colourless liquid, with a mild, characteristic alcohol odour when pure. Crude methanol may have a
repulsive, pungent odour. Hygroscopic (moisture absorbing).

FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOUR: Burns with a clean, clear flame, which is almost invisible in daylight,
or a light blue flame. Can decompose at high temperatures forming carbon monoxide and formaldehyde.

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Confined space toxicity hazard. Mild central nervous system depressant following inhalation, skin absorption
or ingestion. May cause headache, nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, and un-coordination. Severe vision
effects, including increased sensitivity to light, blurred vision, and blindness may develop following an 8-24
hour symptom-free period. Coma and death may result.

IRRITANT: Causes eye irritation. Aspiration hazard. Swallowing or vomiting of the liquid may result in
aspiration (breathing) into the lungs.

POSSIBLE REPRODUCTIVE HAZARD: May cause fetotoxic (toxic to the fetus during the latter stages of
pregnancy, often through the placenta) and teratogenic effects (causing malformations of the fetus), based
on animal information.

NFPA Ratings: (Health, Fire, Reactivity): 1, 3, 0

3. Composition

Component % (w/w) Exposure Limits LD50 LC50

(ACGIH)*
Methanol 99-100 ACGIH* TLV-TWA: 200 ppm, skin; 5628 mg/kg 64000 ppm
(CAS 67-56-1) TLV-STEL: 250 ppm, skin (oral/rat) (inhalation/rat)
PEL-TWA: 200 ppm, skin
PEL-STEL: 250 ppm, skin 15800 mg/kg
IDLH: 6000 ppm, acute inhalation (dermal/
toxicity to animals rabbit)
TLV Basis, critical effects: neuropathy,
vision, central nervous system(CNS)

* Exposure limits may vary from time to time and from one jurisdiction to another. Check with local regulatory
agency for the exposure limits in your area. ACGIH, American Conference of Governmental Industrial
Hygienists.

4. First Aid Measures

Note: Emergency assistance may also be available from the local poison control centre.

Eye Contact: Remove contact lenses if worn. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of clean
running water for at least 15 minutes, lifting the upper and lower eyelids occasionally. Obtain medical
attention.

Skin Contact: In case of contact, remove contaminated clothing. In a shower, wash affected areas with
soap and water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation occurs or persists. Wash clothing
before reuse. Prolonged contact with methanol may defat skin tissue, resulting in drying and cracking.

Inhalation: Remove to fresh air, restore or assist breathing if necessary. Obtain medical attention.

Ingestion: Swallowing methanol is potentially life threatening. Onset of symptoms may be delayed for 18 to
24 hours after digestion. If conscious and medical aid is not immediately available, do not induce vomiting.
In actual or suspected cases of ingestion, transport to medical facility immediately.

NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: Acute exposure to methanol, either through ingestion or breathing high airborne
concentrations can result in symptoms appearing between 40 minutes and 72 hours after exposure.
Symptoms and signs are usually limited to the Central Nervous System (CNS), eyes and gastrointestinal
tract. Because of the initial CNS’s effects of headache, vertigo, lethargy and confusion, there may be an
impression of ethanol intoxication. Blurred vision, decreased acuity and photophobia are common
complaints. Treatment with ipecac or lavage is indicated in any patient presenting within two hours of
ingestion. A profound metabolic acidosis occurs in severe poisoning and serum bicarbonate levels are a

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more accurate measure of severity than serum methanol levels. Treatment protocols are available from
most major hospitals and early collaboration with appropriate hospitals is recommended.

Ethanol significantly decreases the toxicity of methanol because it competes for the same metabolic
enzymes, and has been used to treat methanol poisoning.

5. Fire Fighting Measures

Suitable Extinguishing Media: Extinguishing Media: Small fires: Dry chemical, CO2, water spray
Large fires: Water spray(see note in Unsuitable Extinguishing Media), AFFF(R) (Aqueous Film Forming
Foam (alcohol resistant)) type with either a 3% or 6% foam proportioning system.

Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: General purpose synthetic foams or protein foams may work, but much
less effectively. Water may be effective for cooling, but may not be effective for extinguishing a fire because
it may not cool methanol below its flash point.

Specific Hazards: Methanol vapours may burn with an invisible flame. During a fire, carbon monoxide,
carbon dioxide and irritation and toxic gases such as formaldehyde may be generated. Vapours can
accumulate in confined spaces resulting in a toxicity and flammability hazard. Closed containers may rupture
violently and suddenly release large quantities of methanol when exposed to fire or excessive heat for a
sufficient period of time. Vapours are slightly heavier than air and may travel long distances toward sources
of ignition.

Hazardous Combustion Products: Toxic gases and vapours; oxides of carbon and formaldehyde.

Fire Fighting Instructions: Methanol burns with a clean clear flame that is almost invisible in daylight. Stay
upwind! Isolate and restrict area access. Concentrations of greater that 25% methanol in water can be
ignited. Use fine water spray or fog to control fire spread and cool adjacent structures or containers. Contain
fire control water for later disposal. Fire fighters must wear full face, positive pressure, self-contained
breathing apparatus or airline and appropriate protective fire fighting clothing as per NFPA. Note that
methanol fires may require proximity suits. Take care not to walk through any spilled chemical.

Special Information: Vapours can flow along surfaces to distant ignition sources and flash back.

6. Accidental Release Measures

Overview: Flammable liquid! Can burn without a visible flame. Release can cause an immediate risk of fire
and explosion. Eliminate all ignition sources, stop leak and use absorbent materials. If necessary, contain
spill by diking. Fluorocarbon alcohol resistant foams may be applied to spill to diminish vapour and fire
hazard. Maximize methanol recovery for recycling or re-use. Restrict access to area until completion of
cleanup. Ensure cleanup is conducted by trained personnel only. Wear adequate personal protection and
remove all sources of ignition. Notify all governmental agencies as required by law.
Personal Protection: Full face, positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus or airline, and fire
resistant protective clothing with chemical resistant splash suit must be worn. If product ignites, approach
and fire fighting must be done with appropriate fire fighting clothing.
Environmental Precautions: Biodegrades easily in water. Methanol in fresh or salt water may have
serious effects on aquatic life. A study on methanol’s toxic efffects on sewage sludge bacteria reported little
effect on digestion at 0.1% while 0.5% methanol retarded digestion. Methanol will be broken down to carbon
dioxide and water.
Remedial Measures: Flammable liquid. Release can cause an immediate fire/explosion hazard. Eliminate
all sources of ignition, stop leak and use absorbent materials. Collect liquid with explosion proof pumps. Do
not walk through spill product as it may be on fire and not visible.
Small Spills: Soak up spill with non-combustible absorbent material. Recover methanol and dilute with
water to reduce fire hazard. Prevent spilled methanol from entering sewers, confined spaces, drains, or
waterways. Restict access to unprotected personnel. Put material in suitable, covered, labeled containers.
Flush area with water.

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Large Spills: If necessary, contain spill by diking. Fluorocarbon alcohol resistant foams may be applied to
spill to diminish vapour and fire hazard. Maximize methanol recovery for recycling or reuse. Collect liquid
with explosion proof pumps.

7. Handling and Storage

Precautions for Handling: No smoking or open flame in storage, use or handling areas. Use explosion
proof electrical equipment. Ensure proper electrical grounding procedures are in place.

Storage: Store in totally enclosed equipment, designed to avoid ignition and human contact. Tanks must be
grounded, vented, and should have vapour emission controls. Tanks must be diked as per NFPA or API
Standards. A flammable mixture of methanol vapour and air is possible inside a storage tank or
transportation tank, and handlers should take appropriate precautions to reduce the risk of ignition. Handlers
must eliminate ignition sources or purge the tank with an inert gas such as nitrogen. All equipment must be
grounded - bonded when transferring product in order to avoid static discharge from the equipment, and
subsequent possible fire. Avoid storage with incompatible materials. Anhydrous methanol is non-corrosive
to most metals at ambient temperatures except for lead, nickel, monel, cast iron and high silicon iron.
Coatings of copper (or copper alloys), zinc (including galvanized steel), or aluminum are unsuitable for
storage. These materials may be attacked slowly by the methanol. Storage tanks of welded construction are
normally satisfactory. They should be designed and built in conformance with good engineering practice for
the material being stored. While plastics can be used for short term storage, they are generally not
recommended for long-term storage due to deterioration effects and the subsequent risk of contamination.

Corrosion rates for several construction materials:

<0.508 mm/year: Cast iron, monel, lead, nickel

<0.051 mm/year: High silicon iron
Some attack: Polyethylene
Satisfactory: Neoprene, phenolic resins, polyesters, natural rubber, butyl rubber
Resistant: Polyvinyl chloride, unplasticized

8. Exposure Controls, Personal Protection

Occupational Controls: ACGIH* TLV-TWA: 200 ppm, skin (262 mg/m3);

TLV-STEL: 250 ppm, skin (328 mg/m3);
PEL-TWA: 200 ppm, skin
PEL-STEL: 250 ppm, skin
TLV Basis: critical effects: neuropathy, vision,
central nervous system(CNS)
IDLH: 6000 ppm, acute inhalation toxicity to animals

Engineering Controls: In confined areas, local and general ventilation should be provided to maintain
airborne concentrations below permissable exposure limits. Ventilation systems must be designed according
to approved engineering standards.
Respiratory Protection: NIOSH/OSHA recommendations for methanol concentrations in air:
Up to 2000 ppm: supplied air respirator
Up to 5000 ppm: supplied air respirator operated in a continuous-flow mode.
Up to 6000 ppm: supplied air respirator with a tight-fitting facepiece operated in a continuous- flow
mode; or Full-facepiece self-contained breathing apparatus or Full-facepiece supplied air respirator.
Cartridge type respirators are NOT recommended.
Emergency or Planned entry into unkown concentrations or IDLH (immediately dangerous to life or health)
conditions:

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Respirator selection must be done by a qualified person and be based upon a risk assessment of the work
activities and exposure levels. Respirators must be fit tested and users must be clean shaven where the
respirator seals to the face. Exposure must be kept at or below the applicable exposure limits and the
maximum use concentration of the respirator must not be exceeded.
Positive pressure, full-facepiece self-contained breathing apparatus; or Positive pressure, full-facepiece
supplied air respirator with an auxiliary positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus.
Skin Protection: Butyl and nitrile rubbers are recommended for gloves. Check with manufacturer. Wear
chemical resistant pants and jackets, preferably of butyl or nitrile rubber. Check with manufacturer.
Eye and Face Protection: Face shield and chemical splash goggles when transferring is taking place.
Contact lenses should not be worn when working with methanol.
Footwear: Chemical resistant and as specified by the workplace.
Other: Eyewash and showers should be located near work areas. NOTE: PPE must not be considered a
long-term solution to exposure control. PPE usage must be accompanied by employer programs to properly
select, maintain, clean, fit and use. Consult a competent industrial hygiene resource to determine hazard
potential and/or the PPE manufacturers to ensure adequate protection.
Careful consideration must be made of the added danger of the concenentration being in the LEL/UEL
range and so there may be a fire/explosion hazard.

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance: Liquid, clear, colourless Upper Explosive Limit (UEL): 36.5 %
Odour: Mild characteristic alcohol odour Lower Explosive Limit (LEL): 6%
Odour Threshold: detection: 4.2 - 5960 ppm Auto Ignition Temperature: 464°C
(geometric mean) 160 ppm Solvent Solubility: Soluble in all proportions in
recognition: 53 – 8940 ppm ethanol, benzene, other alcohols, chloroform,
(geometric mean) 690 ppm diethyl ether, other ethers, esters, ketones and
pH: Not applicable most organic solvents
Freezing Point: -97.8°C Critical Temperature: 239.4°C
Boiling Point: 64.7°C Specific Gravity: 0.791 @ 20°C
Boiling Range: Not determined Evaporation Rate: 4.1 (n-butyl acetate =1)
Flash Point: 11.0oC Vapour Density: 1.105 @ 15°C (air = 1)
Solubility: Completely soluble Decomposition Temperature: Not determined
Partial Coefficient: Log P (oct) = -0.82 Sensitivity to Impact: No
Vapour Pressure: 12.8 kPa @ 20°C Sensitivity to Static Charge: Low

10. Stability and Reactivity

Chemical Stability: Stable as supplied.

Hazardous Reactions: Yes. Avoid contact with strong oxidizers, strong mineral or organic acids, and strong
bases. Contact with these materials may cause a violent or explosive reaction. May be corrosive to lead,
aluminum, magnesium, and platinum.

Conditions to Avoid: Avoid contact with sparks, heat, open flame, or ignition sources.

Incompatibility: Yes. Avoid contact with strong oxidizers, strong mineral or organic acids, and strong
bases. Contact with these materials may cause a violent or explosive reaction. May be corrosive to lead,
aluminum, magnesium, and platinum. May react with metallic aluminum or magnesium and generate
hydrogen gas. May attack some forms of plastic, rubber, and coatings.

Hazardous Decomposition Products: Formaldehyde, carbon dioxide, and carbon monoxide.

Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.

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11. Toxicological Information

Signal Word/Label: DANGER! Extremely flammable liquid and vapour. Fatal if swallowed.
May damage fertility or the unborn child (fetotoxic and teratogenic effects).
May cause damage to eyes and central nervous system if ingested or inhaled.

Primary Routes of Entry:

Skin Contact: Yes

Skin Absorption: Yes
Eye Contact: Yes
Ingestion: Yes
Inhalation: Yes

Emergency Overview: Colourless liquid, with a mild, characteristic alcohol odour when pure. Crude
methanol may have a repulsive, pungent odour. Hygroscopic. Can decompose at high temperatures forming
carbon monoxide and formaldehyde. Confined space toxicity hazard. Mild central nervous system
depressant following inhalation, skin absorption or ingestion. May cause headache, nausea, dizziness,
drowsiness, and incoordination. Severe vision effects, including increased sensitivity to light, blurred vision,
and blindness may develop following an 8-24 hour symptom-free period. Coma and death may result.
Causes eye irritation. Aspiration hazard. Swallowing or vomiting of the liquid may result in aspiration
(breathing) into the lungs. May cause fetotoxic (toxic to the fetus during the latter stages of pregnancy, often
through the placenta) and teratogenic effects (causing malformations of the fetus), based on animal
information.

Acute Exposure:
Inhalation: Inhalation of high airborne concentrations can also irriate mucous membranes, cause
headaches, sleepiness, nausea, confusion, loss of consciousness, digestive and visual disturbances and
even death. NOTE: Odour threshhold of methanol is several times higher than the TLV-TWA. Depending
upon severity of poisoning and the promptness of treatment, survivors may recover completely or may have
permanent blindness, vision disturbances and/or nervous system effects. Concentrations in air exceeding
1000 ppm may cause irritation of the mucous membranes.

Skin Contact: Methanol is moderately irritating to the skin. Methanol can be absorbed through the skin and
harmful effects have been reported by this route of entry. Effects are similar to those described in
“Inhalation”.

Eye Contact: Methanol is a mild to moderate eye irritant. High vapour concentration or liquid contact with
eyes causes irritation, tearing and burning.

Ingestion: Swallowing even small amounts of methanol could potentially cause blindness or death. Effects
of sub lethal doses may be nausea, headache, abdominal pain, vomiting and visual disturbances ranging
from blurred vision to light sensitivity.

Chronic Exposure:
Irritancy: Prolonged contact with skin may defat tissue causing dermititis or aggravate existing skin
problems.

Sensitization: None reported.

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Carcinogenicity: Not listed by IARC, NTP, ACGIH, or OSHA as a carcinogen.

Teratogenicity: Methanol has produced fetotoxicity in rats and teratogenicity in mice exposed by
inhalation to high concentrations of methanol vapours .

Reproductive Toxicity: Information available does not suggest that methanol is a reproductive toxin.

Mutagenicity: There is insufficient information available to conclude that methanol is mutagenic.

Synergistic Products: In animals, high concentrations of methanol can increase the toxicity of other
chemicals, particularly liver toxins like carbon tetrachloride. Ethanol significantly reduces the toxicity of
methanol because it competes for the same metabolic enzymes, and has been usd to treat methanol
poisoning.
Potential for Accumulation: Methanol is readily absorbed into the body following inhalation and ingestion.
Skin absorption may occur if the skin is broken or exposure is prolonged. Once absorbed, methanol is
rapidly distributed to body tissues. A small amount is excreted unchanged in exhaled air and the urine. The
rest is first metabolized to formaldehyde, which is then metabolized to formic acid and/or formate. The formic
acid and formate are eventually converted to carbon dioxide and water. In humans, methanol clears from the
body, after inhalation or oral exposure, with a half-life of 1 day or more for high doses (greater than 1000
mg/kg) or about 1.5-3 hours for low doses (less than 100 mg/kg or 76.5-230 ppm (100-300 mg/m3)).

Medical Conditions Aggravated By Exposure: Persons with pre-existing skin disorders, eye problems,
respiratory conditions, or impaired liver or kidney functions may be more susceptable to the effects of this
substance.

12. Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity: DO NOT discharge into sewer or waterways.

Methanol:

LC50 Pimephales promelas (fathead minnows) 29.4 g/L/96 hr, (28-29 days old), confidence limit=
28.5-30.4; Test conditions: Water temp= 25°C, dissolved oxygen= 7.3 mg/L, water hardness= 43.5
mg/l CaCO3, alkalinity= 46.6 CaCO3, tank volume= 6.3 L, additions= 5.71 V/D, pH= 7.66
LC50 Pimephales promelas (Fathead minnow, 28-32 day old, 0.126 g) 29,700 mg/L/24 hr; flow-
through, 23.3+/-1.7°C, hardness 46.4 mg/L CaCO3, pH 7.0-8.0
LC50 Pimephales promelas (Fathead minnow, 30 day old 0.12 g) 28,100 mg/L/96 hr; flow-through, 24-
26°C, hardness 45.5 mg/L CaCO3, pH 7.5
LC50 Daphnia pulex (Water flea, <24 hr old) 19,500 mg/L/18 hr; static, 22°C, hardness 23+/-2
mg/L CaCO3
EC50 Daphnia obtusa (Water flea, <24 hr old; immobilization) 23,500 mg/L/24 hr; static, 20+/-2°C,
hardness 250 mg/L CaCO3, pH 7.8+/-0.2
EC50 Daphnia obtusa (Water flea, <24 hr old; immobilization) 22,200 mg/L/48 hr; static, 20+/-2°C,
hardness 250 mg/L CaCO3, pH 7.8+/-0.2

log Kow: -0.82 – -0.66

Half-life (hr) air: 427
Half-life (hr) H2O surface water: 5.3 – 64
3 -6
Henry’s Law constant (atm m /mol): 4.55X10
BOD 5 if unstated: 0.76 – 1.12
COD: 1.05 – 1.50, 99%
ThOD: 1.05
BCF: 0.2 – 10
TLm(48 hr): 8000mg/L (trout)
Toxicity Arthropoda: NOEL 10 g/L/48 hr (Daphnia)
HSNO Classification: 9.3C – Harmful to terrestrial vertebrates

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Methanol in fresh or salt water may have serious effects on aquatic life. A study on methanol’s toxic effects
on sewage sludge bacteria reported little effect on digestion at 0.1% while 0.5% methanol retarded
digestion. Methanol will be broken down into carbon dioxide and water.

Environmental Fate:

Biodegradability: Biodegrades easily in water and soil.

Bioaccumulation:

• TERRESTRIAL FATE: Based on a classification scheme, an estimated Koc value of 1 determined

from a structure estimation method indicates that methanol is expected to have very high mobility in
soil. Volatilization of methanol from moist soil surfaces is expected to be an important fate process
given a Henry’s Law constant of 4.55X10-6 (atm m3/mol). The potential for volatilization of methanol
from dry soil surfaces may exist based upon a vapor pressure of 127 mm Hg. Biodegradation is
expected to be an important fate process for methanol.

• AQUATIC FATE: Based on a classification scheme, an estimated Koc value of 1, determined from
a structure estimation method, indicates that methanol is not expected to adsorb to suspended
solids and sediment. Volatilization from water surfaces is expected based upon a Henry's Law
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constant of 4.55X10 (atm m /mol). Using this Henry's Law constant and an estimation method,
volatilization half-lives for a model river and model lake are three and 35 days, respectively.
According to a classification scheme, a BCF of less than 10 measured in fish, suggests
bioconcentration in aquatic organisms is low. Hydrolysis and photolysis in sunlit surface waters is
not expected to be an important environmental fate process for methanol since this compound
lacks functional groups that hydrolyze or absorb light under environmentally relevant conditions.
Methanol has been shown to undergo rapid biodegradation in a variety of screening studies using
sewage seed and activated sludge inoculum, which suggests that biodegradation will occur in
aquatic environments.
• ATMOSPHERIC FATE: According to a model of gas/particle partitioning of semi volatile organic
compounds in the atmosphere, methanol, which has a vapor pressure of 127 mm Hg at 25°C, is
expected to exist solely as a vapor in the ambient atmosphere. Vapor-phase methanol is degraded
in the atmosphere by reaction with photo chemically-produced hydroxyl radicals; the half-life for this
reaction in air is estimated to be 17 days, calculated from its rate constant of 9.4X10-13 cu
cm/molecule-sec at 25°C

13. Disposal Considerations

Review federal, provincial or state, and local government requirements prior to disposal. Store material for
disposal as indicated in Section #7, Handling and Storage. Disposal by controlled incineration or by secure
land fill may be acceptable.
Recycle wherever possible. Large volumes may be suitable for re-distillation or, if contaminated,
incinerated. Can be disposed of in a sewage treatment facility. Methanol levels of up to 0.1% act as a food
source for bacteria; above this level may be toxic to bacteria. When pumping through sewage collection
systems, the level of methanol should be kept below the flammable range (a 25% methanol/water mixture is
non-flammable at temperatures below 39°C). 1 ppm of methanol is equivalent to 1.5 ppm BOD loading in
the sewage plant.

Container disposal:
Empty containers may contain hazardous residue. Return to supplier for reuse if possible. Never weld, cut
or grind empty containers. If disposing of containers, ensure they are well rinsed with water, then disposed
of at an authorised landfill. After cleaning, all existing labels should be removed.

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14. Transport Information

Canada Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG): UN 1230, Methanol, Class 3(6.1),
P.G. II
Limited Quantity: ≤ 1 litres
ERG Guide Number: 131
United States Department of Transport (49CFR): UN 1230, Methanol, Class 3, P.G. II,
(Domestic Only) (RQ 5000 lbs/2270 kg)
Limited Quantity: ≤ 1 litres
ERG Guide Number: 131
International Air Transport Association (IATA): UN 1230, Methanol, Class 3(6.1), P.G. II
Packaging Instruction (passenger aircraft):
305, 1 litre maximum per package,

International Maritime Organization (IMO): UN 1230, Methanol, Class 3(6.1), P.G.II,

Flash Point = 11°C
EmS No. F-E, S-D
Stowage Category “B”, Clear of living
quarters

Marine Pollutant: No

15. Regulatory Information

CANADIAN FEDERAL REGULATIONS:

CEPA, DOMESTIC SUBSTANCES LIST: Listed (Canadian Environmental Protection Act
(CEPA) Schedule I)
WHMIS CLASSIFICATION: B2, D1B, D2A, D2B
UNITED STATES REGULATIONS:
29CFR 1910.1200 (OSHA): Hazardous
40CFR 116-117 (EPA): Hazardous
40CFR 355, Appendices A and B: Subject to Emergency Planning and Notification
40CFR 372 (SARA Title III): Listed
40CFR 302 (CERCLA): Listed
TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA): Listed in the inventory.

16. Other Information

References:
1. International Programme on Chemical Safety, Methanol, Environmental Health Criteria, World
Health Organization 1997.
2. Patty’s Industrial Hygiene and Toxicology, 5th Edition.
3. Fire Protection Guide to Hazardous Materials, 13th Edition.
4. Lanigan, S., Final report on the Safety Assessment of Methyl Alcohol, International Journal of
Toxicology., Volume 20, Supplement 1 (2001).
5. Forsberg, K., Quick Selection Guide to Chemical Protective Clothing.
6. Nelson, B.K., Teratological assessment of Methanol and Ethanol at high inhalation levels in rats,
Fundamental and Applied Toxicology, Volume 5.
7. NIOSH Guide to Chemical Hazards
8. Hazardous Substance Data Base (HSDB).
9. Cheminfo.

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Original Preparation Date: September 22, 2005

Prepared by: Kel-Ex Agencies Ltd., P.O. Box 52201, Lynnmour RPO, North Vancouver, B.C., Canada,
V7J 3V5

Disclaimer: The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently
available to us. Users should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the information for
their particular purposes. This document is intended as a guide to the appropriate precautionary handling of
the material by a properly trained person using this product.

Methanex Corporation and its subsidiaries make no representations or warranties, either express or implied,
including without limitation any warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose with respect to
the information set forth herein or the product to which the information refers. Accordingly, Methanex Corp.
will not be responsible for damages resulting from use of or reliance upon this information.

This Material Safety Data Sheet may not be changed, or altered in any way without the expressed
knowledge and permission of Methanex Corporation

Revisions: Revised and re-issued in GHS Format September 22, 2008

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