1. Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
Trade name Foundry Solvent
Synonyms Methanol, Methanol, Wood alcohol, Methyl alcohol, Methyl
hydroxide, Methylol, Monohydroxymethane, Wood
naphtha, Wood spirit, Sasolburg
Company Rolfes Chemicals
A Division of Rolfes Group of Companies
Cnr Brammer and Strachan, Industries East
Germiston
Information (Product safety) Telephone: +27 11 873 0157 Fax: +27 11 8738480
Emergency telephone South Africa +27 (0)86 044 44 11
2. Hazards identification
Identification of the risks
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.
3. Composition/information on ingredients
methanol
Contents: 99.99 %W/W
CAS-No. 67-56-1 Index-No. 603-001-00-X EC-No. 200-659-6
Symbol(s) F, T R-phrase(s) -R11 -R23/24/25 -R39/23/24/25
For the full text of the R-phrases mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
4. First aid measures
General advice First aider needs to protect himself.
Inhalation Move to fresh air in case of accidental inhalation of vapours. If
breathing is irregular or stopped, administer artificial respiration.
Monitor breathing, seek medical advice immediately.
Skin contact Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes. If skin irritation persists, call a physician.
Eye contact Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids,
for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses. If eye irritation
persists, consult a specialist.
Ingestion Do not induce vomiting without medical advice. Never give
anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If symptoms
persist, call a physician.
5. Fire-fighting measures
Suitable extinguishing Alcohol-resistant foam, Dry chemical, Water spray
media
Specific hazards during Flash back possible over considerable distance. Do not allow
fire fighting run-off from fire fighting to enter drains or water courses.
Special protective In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
equipment for Use personal protective equipment.
fire-fighters
Further information Cool containers / tanks with water spray.
6. Accidental release measures
Personal precautions Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak. Remove all
sources of ignition. Do not breathe vapours or spray mist.
Environmental Prevent product from entering drains. Prevent further leakage or
precautions spillage if safe to do so.
Methods for cleaning up Soak up with inert absorbent material and dispose of as
hazardous waste.
Additional advice Never return spills in original containers for re-use.
7. Handling and storage
Handling
Safe handling advice Do not breathe vapours or spray mist. Wear personal protective
equipment.
Advice on protection Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of
against fire and explosion ignition. Use explosion-proof equipment.
Storage
Requirements for storage Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place.
areas and containers
8. Exposure controls/personal protection
Components with workplace control parameters
NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
Components
Type
Control
parameters
Update
Basis
METHYL ALCOHOL
METHANOL
METHYL ALCOHOL
TWA
TWA
STEL
STEL
260 mg/m3
200 ppm
310 mg/m3
250 ppm
1995
1995
1995
1995
South Africa RELs
South Africa RELs
South Africa RELs
South Africa RELs
EUROPEAN OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
Components
Type
Control
parameters
Update
Basis
METHANOL
TWA
TWA
260 mg/m3
200 ppm
12 2009
12 2009
EU Exposure Limit Values
EU Exposure Limit Values
Engineering measures
Provide sufficient air exchange and/or exhaust in work rooms.
Personal protective equipment
Respiratory protection Suitable respiratory equipment:
Hand protection Gloves suitable for permanent contact:
Material: butyl-rubber
Break through time: 4 h
Material thickness: 0.5 mm
unsuitable gloves
Material: Polyvinylchloride, leather, nitrile rubber/nitrile latex,
natural rubber/natural latex
Eye protection Safety glasses with side-shields
Skin and body protection Protective suit, Safety shoes
Hygiene measures Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling the
product.
Protective measures Wear suitable protective equipment.
9. Physical and chemical properties
Form liquid
state of matter liquid
Colour colourless
Odour alcohol-like pungent
pH 7; neutral
Melting point/range -97.8 °C
Boiling point/boiling 64.7 °C
range
Flash point 12 °C; closed cup
Autoignition temperature 463.89 °C
Lower explosion limit 6 %(V)
Upper explosion limit 36.5 %(V)
Vapour pressure 97.68 hPa; 20 °C
Density 0.790 g/cm3; 20 °C
Water solubility miscible
Partition coefficient: log Pow: -0.8
n-octanol/water
Viscosity, dynamic 0.614 mPa.s
Relative vapour density 1.1
10. Stability and reactivity
Materials to avoid Reducing agents, Oxidizing agents
Hazardous Carbon oxides
decomposition products
Thermal decomposition Stable under normal conditions.
11. Toxicological information
Acute oral toxicity LD50 rat: 5,628 mg/kg;
Acute dermal toxicity LD50 rabbit: 15,800 mg/kg;
12. Ecological information
Ecotoxicity effects
Toxicity to fish LC50 Pimephales promelas: 29.4 mg/l; 96 h; literature value
13. Disposal considerations
Product Dispose of as special waste in compliance with local and
national regulations.
Contaminated packaging Store containers and offer for recycling of material when in
accordance with the local regulations.
14. Transport information
ADR UN-Number: 1230; Class: 3, (6.1); Packaging group: II; FT1;
Description of the goods: METHANOL
RID UN-Number: 1230; Class: 3, (6.1); Packaging group: II; FT1;
Description of the goods: METHANOL
ADNR UN-Number: 1230; Class: 3, (6.1); Packaging group: II; FT1;
Description of the goods: METHANOL
IMDG UN-Number: 1230; Class: 3, (6.1); EmS: F-E, S-D; MFAG: 19;
Packaging group: II; Description of the goods: METHANOL
ICAO/IATA UN-Number : 1230; Class: 3, (6.1); Packaging group: II;
Description of the goods: Methanol
15. Regulatory information
Labelling
Regulatory base 67/548/EEC
Symbol(s) F: Highly flammable
T: Toxic
R-phrase(s) 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.
S-phrase(s) S 7: Keep container tightly closed.
S16: Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
S36/37: Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
S45: In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical
advice immediately (show the label where possible).
Hazardous components methanol
which must be listed on
the label
16. Other information
Full text of R-phrases referred to under sections 2 and 3
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.
All reasonable efforts were exercised to compile this SDS in accordance with ISO 11014 and ANSIZ400.1.1993.
The MSDS provides information regarding the health, safety and environmental hazards, at the date of issue, to
facilitate the safe receipt, use and handling of the product in the workplace. Since Rolfes Chemicals cannot anticipate or control all conditions under which the product may be handled, used and received in the workplace, it remains the obligation of each user, receiver or handler to, prior to usage, review this SDS in the context within which the product will be received, handled or used in the workplace. The user, handler or receiver must ensure that the necessary mitigating measures are in place as regards health and safety. This does not substitute the need or requirement for any relevant risk assessments to be conducted.
It further remains the responsibility of the receiver, handler or user to communicate such information to all relevant parties that may be involved in the receipt, use or handling of the product. Although all reasonable efforts were exercised in the compilation of this SDS, Rolfes Chemicals does not expressly warrant the accuracy or assume any liability for the incompleteness of the information contained herein or any advice given. The product is sold and risk passes in accordance with the specific terms and conditions of sale.
