METHYL FORMATE
ICSC: 0664 |
Formic acid methyl ester Methyl methanoate C2H4O2 / HCOOCH3 Molecular mass: 60.1 ICSC # 0664 | CAS # 107-31-3 RTECS # LQ8925000 UN # 1243 EC # 607-014-00-1 November 04, 1997 Validated |
TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID/ |
FIRE | Extremely flammable. | NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking. | Powder, alcohol-resistant foam, water spray, carbon dioxide. |
EXPLOSION | Vapour/air mixtures are explosive. | Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Prevent build-up of electrostatic charges (e.g., by grounding). Do NOT use compressed air for filling, discharging, or handling. | In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. |
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INHALATION | Cough. Dizziness. Dullness. Headache. Laboured breathing. Shortness of breath. Unconsciousness. | Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention. |
SKIN | Redness. | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention. |
EYES | Redness. | Safety goggles. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor. |
INGESTION | (Further see Inhalation). | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink. Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Rest. Refer for medical attention. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Evacuate danger area! Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place. Do NOT wash away into sewer. Personal protection: self-contained breathing apparatus. | Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants. Cool. | F+ symbol Xn symbol R: 12-20/22-36/37 S: 2-9-16-24-26-33 UN Hazard Class: 3 UN Packing Group: I | ||
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The odour warning when the exposure limit value is exceeded is insufficient. Card has been partly updated in October 2004 and 2005. See sections Occupational Exposure Limits, EU classification, Emergency Response.
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