| [Flash Point] 13 | |
| [Autoignition] 255 | |
| [Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Will burn if involved in a fire. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Containers may explode in the heat of a fire. Extinguishing media: For small fires, use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or alcohol-resistant foam. For large fires, use water spray, fog, or alcohol-resistant foam. Do NOT use water directly on fire. Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers. Water may be ineffective. Do NOT use straight streams of water. | |
| [Upper exp. limit] 44.6 | |
| [Lower exp. limit] 1.4 | |
| [Fire Potential] HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: Will be easily ignited by heat, sparks or flames. | |
| [Ingestion] If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water. | |
| [Inhalation] Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear. | |
| [Skin] Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Wash clothing before reuse. | |
| [Eyes] Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. | |
| [Storage] Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Flammables-area. | |
| [Handling] Wash thoroughly after handling. Ground and bond containers when transferring material. Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Empty containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be dangerous. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid contact with heat, sparks and flame. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use only in a chemical fume hood. Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose empty containers to heat, sparks or open flames. | |
| [Ingestion] The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. Expected to be a low ingestion hazard. Causes gastrointestinal tract irritation. | |
| [Inhalation] Causes respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. Vapors may cause dizziness or suffocation. | |
| [Skin] Causes mild skin irritation. The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully investigated. | |
| [Eyes] Causes moderate eye irritation. The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully investigated. | |
| [Hazards] Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. Most vapors are heavier than air. They will spread along ground and collect in low or confined areas (sewers, basements, tanks). Vapor explosion hazard indoors, outdoors or in sewers. | |
| [EC Risk Phrase] R 11 36 | |
| [EC Safety Phrase] S 16 26 36 | |
| [UN (DOT)] 1993 | |
| [Personal Protection] Eyes: Wear chemical goggles. Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear a chemical apron. Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. | |
| [Respirators] Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. | |
| [Poison Class] 2 | |
| [Appearance] Colorless liquid. Pungent odor. | |
| [Solubility in water] Reacts | |
| [Melting Point] -53 | |
| [Boiling Point] 101 | |
| [Vapor Pressure] 7 | |
| [Density] 0.9691 g/cm3 (20 C) | |
| [Vapor Density] 3.67 | |
| [Refractive Index] 1.381 (20 C) | |
| [Product Name] Methyl orthoformate | |
| [Synonyms] Methyl orthoformate Trimethoxymethane | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_149-73-5.htm">149-73-5 | |
| [Formula] C4H10O3 | |
| [Molecular Weight] 106.12 | |
| [EINECS] 205-745-7 | |
| [RTECS] RM6650000 | |
| [RTECS Class] Primary Irritant | |
| [Merck] 12,7012 | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 969215 | |
| [Beilstein Reference] 4-02-00-00022 | |
| [EC Class] highly flammable, irritant | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Remove all sources of ignition. Use a spark-proof tool. Provide ventilation. A vapor suppressing foam may be used to reduce vapors. | |
| [Disposal Code] 1 | |
| [Stability] Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Strong oxidizing agents. | |
| [Decomposition] Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide. | |
| [Combustion Products] Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. | |
| [UN Number] 1993 | |
| [Hazard Class] 3 | |
| [Packing Group] I; II; III | |
| [HS Code] 2915 90 80 |
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