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Methyl formate
- CAS number
- 107-31-3
- Also known as
- Formic acid methyl ester · Methyl methanoate
UK workplace exposure limits
| Limit | Value | Applies to |
|---|---|---|
| 8-hour TWA | 50 ppm | |
| 8-hour TWA | 125 mg/m³ | |
| 15-minute STEL | 100 ppm | |
| 15-minute STEL | 250 mg/m³ |
Notations
- Sk: can be absorbed through the skin
Sampling methods
| Method | Sampling | Medium | Analysis | Part numbers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MDHS 88 VOCs by solvent desorption and GC Method document (opens in a new tab) | Passive | Passive sampler | 575-001 575-002 | |
| OSHA PV2041 Methyl formate by GC-FID Method document (opens in a new tab) | Active (pump) | Anasorb 747 tube (400/200mg) | GC-FID | 226-83 |
| Other | Passive | GC-FID | 575-001 |
Methods and limits as published by their agencies and summarised by SKC; check the current method and the limit that applies to you before sampling.
Source: SKC Ltd (UK), Hazard Search, used with SKC's permission (opens in a new tab); SKC Inc. (USA), Sampling Guides, used with SKC's permission (opens in a new tab)