Does methane meet any of the Canadian WHMIS hazard criteria?Methane meets the Canadian WHMIS criteria for class(es):
A - Compressed gas
B1 - Flammable and combustible material - Flammable gas
Is it classified by OSHA (U.S. Occupational Health and Safety Administration)?Yes, methane meets the criteria for a hazardous material, as defined by 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Does methane meet the criteria for the European Union (EU) Classification and Labelling Information system?Methane has the following EU Classification:
Extremely flammable. Extremely flammable. [F+;R12]
What risk and safety phrases are used by the EU Classification and Labelling Information System? EU RISK PHRASES :
Extremely flammable. [R:12]
EU SAFETY PHRASES :
Keep out of reach of children.* Keep container in a well ventilated place. Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. [S:(2-)*9-16-33]
*This safety phrase can be omitted from the label when the substance or preparation is sold for industrial use only.
