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Linde Gas (216) 642-6600

P.O. Box 94737Cleveland, Ohio 44101www.us.lindegas.com

MATERIALSAFETY

DATA SHEET

No. 96

Information contained in this material safety data sheet is offered without charge for use by technically qualified personnel at their discretion andrisk. All statements, technical information and recommendations contained herein are based on tests and data which we believe to be reliable, butthe accuracy or completeness thereof is not guaranteed and no warranty of any kind is made with respect thereto. This information is not intendedas a license to operate under or a recommendation to practice or infringe any patent of this Company or others covering any process, compositionof matter or use.Since the Company shall have no control of the use of the product described herein, the Company assumes no liability for loss or damage incurredfrom the proper or improper use of such product.

HEALTH HAZARD DATA

PRODUCT NAME

TRADE NAME AND SYNONYMS

CHEMICAL NAME AND SYNONYMS

ISSUE DATES AND REVISIONS

CAS #

DOT I.D. No.:

DOT Hazard Class:

Formula

Chemical Family:

TIME WEIGHTED AVERAGE EXPOSURE LIMIT

SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE

TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES

RECOMMENDED FIRST AID TREATMENT

Methanol (See NOTE on Page 4)

Methanol (D.O.T.); Wood Alcohol; Wood Spirit; Carbinal; Methyl Alcoho( D.O.T.)

Methyl Alcohol, Methanol

Revised January 1995

67-56-1UN 1230 (RQ 5,000/2270)

Class 3, Packing Group II

CH3OH

Aliphatic Alcohol

TWA = 200 Molar PPM; STEL = 250 Molar PPM with Skin Notation (ACGIH 1994-1995). OSHA 1993 PEL (8Hr. TWA) = 200 Molar PPM without skin notation.

Note: Because of methanols similarity to ethyl alcohol, ingestion in the most common cause of poisoning.

Limited exposure or minimal ingestion leads to fatigue, nausea, possible headache and blurring of visionwhich is usually reversible. (Continued on Page 4)

Acute Oral LD50 = 13,000 mg/kg (in rats)Inhalation LC50 = >145,000 ppm (in monkeys)Dermal LD50 = 20 g/kg (in rabbits)

The systemic toxicity of methanol is reflected as acidosis and injury to the optic nerve

Methanol is not listed in the TARC, NTP or by OSHA as a carcinogen or potential carcinogen.

Persons in ill health where such illness would be aggravated by expos!~re to methanol should not beallowed to work with or handle this product.

PROMPT MEDICAL ATTENTION IS MANDATORY IN ALL CASES OF OVEREXPOSURE OR INGESTIONOF METHANOL. RESCUE PERSONNEL SHOULD BE EQUIPPED WITH SELF-CONTAINED BREATHINGAPPARATUS AND BE COGNIZANT OF EXTREME FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD.

Inhalation: Conscious persons should be assisted to an uncontaminated area and inhale fresh air. Quick

removal from the contaminated area is most important. Unconscious persons should be moved to anuncontaminated area, given assisted respiration and supplemental oxygen. Further treatment should besymptomatic and supportive. (Continued on Page 4)

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FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA

HAZARDOUS MIXTURES OF OTHER LIQUIDS, SOLIDS, OR GASES

REACTIVITY DATA

SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES

PHYSICAL DATABOILING POINT

VAPOR PRESSURE

SOLUBILITY IN WATER

EVAPORATION RATE

APPEARANCE AND ODOR

LIQUID DENSITY AT BOILING POINT

GAS DENSITY AT 700F. 1 atm

FREEZING POINT

SPECIFIC GRAVITY (AIR=1)

FLASH POINT (Method used)

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA

SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES

UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS

AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE FLAMMABLE LIMITS % BY VOLUME (See Page 4)

ELECTRICAL CLASSIFICATION

STABILITY

INCOMPATIBILITY (Materials to avoid)

HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS

HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION

CONDITIONS TO AVOID

CONDITIONS TO AVOID

STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED

WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD

METHANOL

2

Methanol is flammable in air.

148.5F (64.7C)

@ 70F (21.1C) = 1.9 psia (13 kPa)

Soluble

(Butyl acetate = 1) = 12

Water white liquid with slight alcohol odor

@ 59F (15C)=49.7 lb/ft3 (796 kg/m3)

N/A (Liquid)

-144F (-98C)

@ 70F (21.1C) = 1.11

60.8F(16C) Open Cup

Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical

Do not use a stream of water since this will spread the flammable liquid.

None

725F (385C)

Class 1, Group not specified

LEL 6.7 UEL 36

Unstable

Stable X

May Occur

Will Not Occur

None

Strong oxidizers

Formaldehyde, carbon monoxide, formic acid

NoneX

Evacuate all personnel from affected area. Use appropriate protective equipment. If leak is in usersequipment, be certain to purge piping with an inert gas prior to attempting repairs. If leak is in container,contact your closest supplier location or call the emergency telephone number listed herein.

Do not attempt to dispose of waste or unused quantities. Return in the shipping container properly labeled toyour supplier. For emergency disposal assistance, contact your closest supplier location or call theemergency telephone number listed herein.

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SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS*

SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION

*Various Government Agencies (i.e. Department of Transportation, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Food and Drug Administration

and others) may have specific regulations concerning the transportation, handling, storage or use of this product which will not be reflected in thisdata sheet. The customer should review these regulations to ensure that he is in full compliance.

RESPIRATORY PROTECTION(Specify type)

VENTILATION

PROTECTIVE GLOVES

EYE PROTECTION

OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

LOCAL EXHAUST

MECHANICAL (Gen.)

SPECIAL LABELING INFORMATION

SPECIAL HANDLING RECOMMENDATIONS

SPECIAL STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS

SPECIAL PACKAGING RECOMMENDATIONS

METHANOL

3

Positive pressure air line with mask or self-contained breathing apparatus should beavailable for emergency use.

See Local ExhaustTo prevent accumulation above the TWA

In accordance with electrical codes

SPECIAL

OTHER

N/A

N/A

Safety goggles or glasses

Plastic or rubber

Safety shoes, safety shower, eyewash fountain, face shield

DOT Shipping Name: Methanol DOT Hazard Class: Class 3 Pack. Group IIDOT Shipping Label: Flammable Liquid, Toxic I.D. No.: UN 1230 (RQ 5,000/2270)

Use only in well-ventilated areas. Do not drag, slide or roll containers. Use a suitable hand truck forcontainer movement. Do not heat container by any means to increase the discharge rate of product from the

container. Use a check valve or trap in the discharge line to prevent hazardous back flow into the container.

Protect containers from physical damage. Store in cool, dry well-ventilated area of noncombustibleconstruction away from heavily trafficked areas and emergency exits. Do not allow the temperature wherecontainers are stored to exceed 125F (52C). Containers should be stored upright and firmly secured to

prevent falling or being knocked over. Full and empty containers should be segregated. Use a first in - firstout inventory system to prevent full containers being stored for excessive periods of time.

Methanol is noncorrosive to most metals. The use of lead, aluminum and zinc coated (galvanized) metalsshould be avoided.

OTHER RECOMMENDATIONS OR PRECAUTIONS

Earth-ground and bond all lines and equipment associated with the methanol system. Electric equipmentshould be non-sparking or explosion proof. (Continued on Page 4)

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METHANOL

4

PRODUCT NAME:

NOTE: AGA is not a producer or distributor of methanol in the United States of America. This material safetydata sheet has been prepared and is being furnished since methanol is utilized as a raw material inAGA process(es).

HEALTH HAZARD DATA

SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE: (Continued)

Greater exposure causes severe headache, dizziness, nausea, and abdominal or middle back pain. Theblurred or lost vision may be permanent or temporary and generally is delayed in its onset for two to six days.

Severe exposure has the same effects as above, although much more severe and there may be shock andcoma.

Contact with the liquid may be irritating to the skin and mucous membranes.

RECOMMENDED FIRST AID TREATMENT: (Continued)

Ingestion: Remove the methanol from the digestive system as rapidly as possible. Induce vomiting or use agastric ravage. One to three percent sodium bicarbonate in the ravage solution has been recommended.

Skin or Eye Contact: Flush with copious quantities of water. Part eyelids with fingers to assure completeflushing.

SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS

OTHER RECOMMENDATIONS OR PRECAUTIONS: (Continued)

Always secure containers in an upright position before transporting them. NEYER transport containers intrunks of vehicles, enclosed vans, truck cabs or in passenger compartments. Transport containers secured inopen flatbed or in open pick-up type vehicles

Methanol is considered a toxic chemical and is subject to the reporting requirements of SARA, Title III, Section313.

NFPA 704 NO. for methyl alcohol = 1 3 O None