Sodium methoxide, ca 30% w/w in methanol

Synonym(s): Sodium methylate

Formula: CH3ONa

Formula weight: 54.02

CAS Number: 124-41-4

UN Number: UN1289

Hazard Class: 3

Packing Group: III

Harmonized Tariff Code:  2905.19

Hazard Statements: H225-H301-H311-H331-H370-H314

Highly flammable liquid and vapour. Toxic if swallowed. Toxic in contact with skin. Toxic if inhaled. Causes damage to organs. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

Precautionary Statements: P210-P301+P310-P303+P361+P353-P305+P351+P338-P361-P405-P501a

Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Risk Phrases: 11-14-23/24/25-34-39/23/24/25

Flammable. Reacts violently with water. Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Causes burns. Toxic: danger of very serious irreversible effects through inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.

Safety Phrases: 4-7/8-9-16-20-23-26-27-30-33-36/37/39-43-45

Keep away from living quarters. Keep container tightly closed and dry. Keep container in a well ventilated place. Keep away from sources of ignition - No Smoking. When using do not eat or drink. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Never add water to this product. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible).