Thermo Fisher Methyl Formate
Product Details:

Brand	Thermo Fisher
Chemical Name	Methyl formate,97%
CAS Number	107-31-3
Molecular Weight	60.05
Flash Point	-26 Degree C (-14 Degree F)
Density	0.972
Melting Point	-100 Degree C
Boiling Point	32-33 Degree C
Solubility	Miscible with water.
Refractive Index	1.3440
Product Type	Aldehyde Hydroxyl Ether and Ketone
MDL	MFCD00003291
EINECS	203-481-7
Formula	C2H4O2
Storage And Sensitivity	Keep Cold.
Product Code	126820000
State	Liquid
Merck	14,6077
Hazard Class	3
Harmonized Tariff Code	2915.13

Methyl formate is used as a precursor to formamide, dimethylformamide and formic acid. It is used as a blowing agent and utilized for quick-drying finishes due to its high vapor pressure. It is used as a component of azeotrope to recover expensive solvents. Further, it is used as a propellant and an intermediate for optical brighteners and hydrocyanic acid.
Notes :
Incompatible with oxidizing agents.
Extremely flammable liquid and vapour. Harmful if swallowed. Harmful if inhaled. May be harmful in contact with skin. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation.


Precautionary Statements: P210-P241-P261-P264b-P270-P271-P280-P302+P352-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P311-P330-P362-P372-P374-P380-P403+P233-P501c
 
Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/ equipment. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Rinse mouth. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Explosion risk in case of fire. Fight fire with normal precautions from a reasonable distance. Evacuate area. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant