MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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IDENTITY
Methanol/Wood Alcohol
SECTION I
Manufacturer's Name
Emergency Telephone Number
A Chemical Company
215-555-6500
Address
Telephone Number for Information
1300 Beacon Street
215-555-1207
Some City, N.J 99999
Date Prepared
11/09/85
SECTION II - Hazardous Ingredients/Identity Information
Methanol (Wood alcohol; wood naphtha)
200 ppm
200 ppm
100%
SECTION III - Physical/Chemical Characteristics
64.51oC
Specific Gravity: (H2O = 1)
0.7924
Vapor Pressure:
@ 20oC
-97.8oC
97.30
Melting Point
Vapor Density:
1.1
5.9
Solubility in Water:
Complete
Appearance and Odor:
Clear. colorless, liquid with an alcohol odor.
SECTION IV - Fire and Explosion Hazard Data:
Flash Point (Method Used)
Flammable Limits
LEL
UEL
11oC(52oF) (Closed cup)
6.0%
36%
Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray to keep exposed containers cool. Water spray may be used to
disperse liquid and dilute to nonflammable mixture. Do not enter confined
fire space without full Bunker gear, including a positive pressure NIOSH-
approved self-contained breathing apparatus.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards:
Fire exposed containers will explode. Vapors are heavier than air and may
travel a considerable distance to an ignition source and flashback.
Figure 4-1. Material Safety Data Sheet (continued).
MD0173
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