COPPER(II) METHOXIDE

Synonym:Cupric methylate

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Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
IngredientCAS NumberPercentACGIH (TWA)OSHA (PEL)
Title compound1184-54-9100%no datano data

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Section 3: Hazards Identification
Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Moisture will produce methanol vapor which may cause blindness,
Emergency Overview:
intoxication, dizziness and coma.
Primary Routes of Exposure:Ingestion, inhalation, contact with skin and eyes.
Eye Contact:Causes severe irritation to the eyes. Delayed blindness may occur through atrophy of the optic nerve.
Skin Contact:Dehydrating agent. Liquid causes slight to mild irritation of the skin.
Inhalation:Methanol vapor is irritating to the respiratory tract and may cause headache, dizziness, coma and blindness.
Ingestion:Ingestion may cause nausea, vomiting, headache, coma and death.
Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Methanol vapors may cause blurred vision, blindness, intoxication,
Acute Health Affects:
dizziness, headache, nausea, coma and death.
Rapid hydrolysis on human contact produces methanol which may cause atrophy of the optic nerve producing
Chronic Health Affects:blindness. The dust of copper compounds may cause metal fume fever, hemolysis of the red blood cells and
injury to the liver, lungs, kidneys and pancreas.
NTP:No
IARC:No
OSHA:No

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SECTION 4: First Aid Measures
Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 10-15 minutes. A victim may need
Eye Exposure:
assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention.
Wash the affected area with water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical assistance if
Skin Exposure:
irritation persists.
Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty
Inhalation:
in breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases seek immediate medical assistance.
Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious). Induce
Ingestion:
vomiting only if directed by medical personnel.

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SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point:not applicable
Autoignition Temperature:no data
Explosion Limits:no data
Extinguishing Medium:carbon dioxide, dry powder or foam
If this product is involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Hazardous Combustion andIf involved in a fire, this material may emit toxic organic fumes and copper oxide dust.
Decomposion Products:
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: exposure to moisture may produce flammable methanol

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SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Spill and Leak Procedures:Avoid contact with water. Small spills can be mixed with vermiculite or sodium carbonate and swept up.

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SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Store the material cold, in a tightly sealed container. Handle the material in a ventilated area. If container is left
Handling and Storage:
open product may absorb moisture and carbon dioxide from atmosphere and release methanol vapor.

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SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Eye Protection:Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory.
Skin Protection:Wear protective clothing and gloves.
Ventilation:Handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
If ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators requires a Respirator
Respirator:
Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134.
Ventilation:Handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
Additional Protection:No additional protection required.

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SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form:blue powder
Molecular Weight:125.61
Melting Point:no data
Boiling Point:no data
Vapor Pressure:not applicable
Specific Gravity:no data
Odor:alcohol-like odor
Solubility in Water:decomposes in water

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SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability:moisture sensitive (store cold)
Hazardous Polymerization:no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid:keep away from moisture
Incompatibility:oxidizing agents, active metals and chlorine
Decomposition Products:carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, organic fumes and copper salts.

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SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
RTECS Data:No information available in the RTECS files.
Carcinogenic Effects:no data
Mutagenic Effects:no data
Tetratogenic Effects:no data

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SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecological Information:No information available

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SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations
Disposal:Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations.

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SECTION 14: Transportation
Shipping Name (CFR):Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (CFR):NA
Additional Hazard Class (CFR):NA
Packaging Group (CFR):NA
UN ID Number (CFR):NA
Shipping Name (IATA):Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (IATA):NA
Additional Hazard Class (IATA):NA
Packaging Group (IATA):NA
UN ID Number (IATA):NA

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SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA:Not listed in the TSCA inventory
SARA (Title 313):See category code N100 for reporting.
Second Ingredient:none

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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A