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1 - IDENTIDIFICATION

Product name:

Main recommended application of the 

substance or mixture: 

Non-food applications

Manufacturer:

Address:

Contac t phone:

Emergency Phone: 

Fax: 

E-mail:

 

2 – HAZARD IDENTIFICATION

Classification of the substance or mixture: The product is not classified as hazardous according to the classification system 

applied. 

Classification systems applied: Standards ABNT-NBR 14725-2:2009 – revised 2:2010. Globally Harmonized 

System for Classification and Label of Chemical Products, UN. 

Hazard Classification: Health: 1

Fire: 1 

Reactivity: 0 

Specific: Probably not regulated

Classification systems applied: National Fire Protection Association: NFPA 704. 

Hazards Classification: Health: 1

Fire: 1 

Physical Hazards: 0 

Personal Protection: B

Classification systems applied: National Paint & Coatings Association: NPCA..

Other hazards: The product does not have other hazards

Label Elements

Recommended Precautions: Wash hands after use. 

Do not drink, eat or smoke during product handling. 

Use of personal protective equipment recommended during product handling. 

Get information about product before handling. 

Store product in proper area. 

In case of emergency, proceed according this MSDS measures

3 – COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS MIXTURE

Name

CAS# N.A.

Hazard ingredients or impurities : Methanol, < 1%

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4 – FIRST-AID MEASURES

Inhalation: Move to fresh air. 

Skin contact: Clean with water and soap. 

Eyes contact: Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Remove contact 

lenses if worn. If symptoms persist, consult a doctor. 

Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Rinse out mouth and then drink plenty of 

water. If indisposition persists, seek for medical help.
 

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Most important symptoms and effects, 

both acute and delayed: 

Do not expected symptoms and effects after exposition o the product. 

Notes for medical attention: If necessary, provide symptomatic treatment.

5 –FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES 

Extinguishing media: Water. Water fog. Foam. Dry chemical powder. Carbon Dioxide (CO2). 

Special hazards arising from the 

substance or mixture: 

Combustion of the chemical product or packing can release irritant and toxic 

gases as carbon monoxide and dioxide.

Protection measures of firefighters team: Self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing must be worn

in case of fire.

6 – ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES 

Personal Precautions

For non-emergency services personnel: Remove preventively sources of ignition. Do no smoke. Avoid contact with the 

product. If necessary, use protective equipment as described in Section 8.

For emergency services personnel: Protective gloves constructed of neoprene or any other chemical resistant 

materials. Wear protective suit and shoe to properly protect the body. Wear 

safety glasses.

Environmental precautions: Do not allow to enter sewers or waterways.

Methods and materials for containing and 

cleanup:

Use natural or spill containment barriers. Absorb the leaks or spills with sand 

or other inert materials and place in recipients for proper waste disposal. For 

final disposal, proceed according to the Section 13.

Differences between large release and 

small spill:

No difference between a large release and small spill

7 – HANDLING AND STORAGE 

Proper technical measures for handling

Precautions for safe handling: Handle in a well-ventilated area or with local general ventilation/exhaustion 

systems. Avoid contact with incompatible materials. Avoid contact with skin, 

eyes and clothing. Avoid breathing mist or vapor. Use personal protective 

equipment as described in Section 8.

Hygienic measures: Observe good industrial hygienic practices. 

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Fire and explosion prevention: Not expected that product present fire or explosion hazards.

Proper conditions: Store in original packing or stainless steel tanks with inerting system.well. Keep 

away from incompatible materials. 

8 – EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION 

Control Parameters

Exposure limit values: No exposure limits noted for ingredient(s).

Biological indicators: Not established.

Other limits and values: Not established.

Engineering measures control: Mechanical ventilation can be used to reduce exposition to the product. Eye 

baths should be readily available in the workplace.

Personal protection measures 

Face/eyes protection: Safety glasses.

Skin and body protection: Protective gloves, suit and shoes to protect properly the body. Protective 

gloves constructed of neoprene or any other chemical resistant materials.

Respiratory protection: If engineering controls do not maintain airborne concentrations below

recommended exposure limits (where applicable) or to an acceptable level (in

countries where exposure limits have not been established), an approved
 

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respirator must be worn. In the United States of America, if respirators are

used, a program should be instituted to assure compliance with OSHA

Standard 63 FR 1152, January 8, 1998. Respirator type: Air-purifying respirator

with an appropriate, government approved (where applicable), air-purifying

filter, cartridge or canister.

Thermal hazards: Do not present thermal hazards.

9 – PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance (physical state, form and 

color): 

Liquid, light yellow

Odor and odor threshold: Light

pH value: Not determined 

Melting point / freezing point: Not determined 

Boiling point and boiling range: > 392 °F (> 200 °C)

Flash point: 266 °F (130 °C) Pensky-Martens Closed Cup

Evaporation rate: < 1 Compared to Butyl acetate

Flammability (solid, gaseous): Not applicable 

Lower / superior explosion limits: Not determined 

Vapor pressure: 2 mmHg ( 20°C)

Vapor Density: >1

Relative density: 0,88@ 25°C

Solubility(s): Immiscible with water

Partition coefficient n-octanol/agua: Not determined 

Autoignition temperature: Not determined 

Decomposition temperature: Not determined 

Viscosity: 5 cSt@40°C

Other information: Not determined 

10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Stability and reactivity: Product stable under normal conditions of temperature and pressure

Possibility of hazard reactions: Not know

Conditions to avoid Oxidizing materials and elevated temperatures

Incompatible materials: Product expected to be incompatible with strong oxidizing agents

Hazardous decomposition products: CO and CO2

11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION 

Acute toxicity: Not determined

Corrosion / skin irritation: Not determined

Serious eye damage / eye irritation: Not determined

Respiratory and skin sensitization: Not determined

germ cells mutagenicity: Not determined

Carcinogenicity: This product is not considered to be a carcinogen by IARC, ACGIH, NTP, or

OSHA.

Reproductive toxicity: Not determined

Target organ systemic toxicity - single 

exposure: 

Not determined

Target organ systemic toxicity - repeated 

exposure:

Not determined

Aspiration hazard: Not determined
 

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12 - ECOLOLOGICAL INFORMATION 

Product environmental effects, behavior and impacts 

Ecotoxicity: Not expected to be harmful to aquatic organisms.

Persistence and degradability: No data available. 

Bioaccumulative potential: No data available. 

Mobility in soil: No data available. 

Other adverse effects: No data available. 

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13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS 

Waste treatment methods recommendations 

Product: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national,

international regulations.

When this product as supplied is to be discarded as waste, it does not meet the

definition of a RCRA waste under 40 CFR 261.

Residues of the product Keep residues of the product in its original and tightly closed packaging. 

Disposal must be performed as established for the product. 

Used packaging: Do not reuse empty packaging. They may contain residues of the product and 

must be kept tightly closed and conducted for proper disposal as established 

for the product.

14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION 

National and international regulations 

DOT Not regulated as dangerous goods. 

IATA Not regulated as dangerous goods. 

IMDG Not regulated as dangerous goods. 

TDG Not regulated as dangerous goods. 

15 - INFORMATION ON REGULATIONS

Specific regulations: 

Superfund Amendments and

Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA)

Hazard categories Immediate Hazard - No 

Delayed Hazard - No 

Fire Hazard - No 

Pressure Hazard - No 

Reactivity Hazard - No 

*A "On inventory" indicates that all components of this product comply with the inventory requirements administered by

the governing country(s)

State regulations This product contains methanol, a chemical know to the state of California to 

cause developmental toxicity.

16 - OTHER INFORMATION 

This information contained in this safety data sheet is, to the best of Cargill’s knowledge, correct as of the date issued. However, 

Cargill makes no warranties, express or implied, including any implied warranty of merchantability or any implied warranty of 

fitness for a particular purpose. Since the use of this product and related information is not within the control of Cargill, it is the 

user’s obligation to determine whether the product is suitable for the user’s method of use or application. Cargill disclaims all 

liability in connection with the use of the information contained herein or otherwise. This safety data sheet was translated from 

the original English version. In the event of a discrepancy between the original and translated versions, the original English will 

take precedence. web site

Abbreviations and Acronyms: 
 

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CAS - Chemical Abstracts Service EC50 - Effective Concentration 50% LC50 - Lethal Concentration 50% COD - Chemical Oxygen 

Demand LD50 - Lethal Dose 50% 

EC - European Community 

IARC - International Agency for Research on Cancer 

NIOSH - National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health 

UN – United Nations

References: 

Cargill Industrial Specialties: FISPQ Material Safety Data Sheet Methyl Ester , Mairinque, SP. Revision 02. May 2014.