Methanol, 2.5 l

This Methanol, available in a 2.5 L container, is categorized as a solvent for gas chromatographic and residue analysis. It falls under the substance group of Alcohols with a Molecular Weight of 32.04 g/mol. In the workplace, it requires various safety measures such as no open flames, no eating or drinking, use of safety goggles, and safety gloves due to its flammability and toxicity. The recommended indicative occupational exposure limit value for an 8-hour period is 260 mg/m3 (200 ppm), as per Directive 2006/15/EC.

• CAS Number: 67-56-1
• Molecular Formula: CH4O
• Molecular Weight: 32.042
• Exact Mass: 32.026214747
• Boiling Point: 148.3 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
• Melting Point: -144 °F (NTP, 1992)
• Vapour Density: 1.11 (NTP, 1992) - Heavier than air; will sink (Relative to Air)
• GHS Signal Word: Danger
• Hazard Statements:
• H225: Highly Flammable liquid and vapor [Danger Flammable liquids]
• H351 (100%): Suspected of causing cancer [Warning Carcinogenicity]