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STARFIRE WASHER SOLVENT -20 (Concentrated) methyl alcohol

1 report to CPSC, the latest made Jan 10, 2024. A report isn’t a recall.

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From SaferProducts.gov, released Oct 25, 2026.

  • 1report to CPSC
  • Jan 10, 2024the latest report was made
  • Jan 10, 2024the earliest
  • 0with the company’s comments
Brand
STARFIRE WASHER SOLVENT -20 (Concentrated)
Maker
Coolants Plus, Inc.Makers, importers or sellers, as the reports name them
Product
Methyl alcoholSolventCPSC’s product type: Methyl Alcohol (Solvent) (code 915), in Home Maintenance and Structures: Household Chemicals, Paint, & Cleaning Products

By month

1 report from February 2023 to January 2024; the most in January 2024, 1.
The numbers, as a table
Reports to CPSC by the month each was made, newest first
MonthReports
January 20241

How badly anyone was hurt

  • Hurt, no treatment 1 CPSC: Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received

As each report says it, in short words; CPSC’s own words are under each.

The reports, as CPSC published them

Reports people made to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. CPSC publishes each one after sending it to the company named, and doesn’t guarantee they’re accurate. A report isn’t a recall.

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Source:

CPSC, SaferProducts.gov public database export. Released Oct 25, 2026. Updated daily.

  1. Hurt, no treatment

    Made Jan 10, 2024, sent to the company Jan 12, 2024, published by CPSC Jan 30, 2024

    The product, in the report: Pg. 1/6 Fluid 2069 Version 2 2/3/2015 Meets GHS requirements P281: Use Personal Protective Equipment as Required P271: Use Only Outdoors or in a Well-Ventilated Area P273: Avoid Release to the Environment P264: Wash Thoroughly After Handling P270: Do Not Eat, Drink or Smoke When Using This Product P260: Do Not Breathe Vapours P262: Do Not Get in Eyes, on Skin, or on Clothing P211: Do Not Spray on an Open Flame or Other Ignition Source P233: Keep Container Tightly Closed PRECAUTIONARY P102: Keep Out of Reach of Children STATEMENTS: P210: Keep Away From Heat/Sparks/Open Flames/Hot Surfaces - NO Smoking H370: Causes Damage to Organs H400: Very Toxic to Aquatic Life H331: Toxic if Inhaled H335: May Cause Respiratory Irritation H318: Causes Serious Eye Damage HAZARD H225: Highly Flammable Liquid or Vapour STATEMENTS: H301: Toxic if Swallowed SAFETY DATA SHEET SECTION I IDENTIFICATION PRODUCT NAME: PRODUCT CODE: CHEMICAL FAMILY: H311: Toxic in Contact with Skin May cause damage to the eyes and central nervous system. Flammable liquid and vapor. Skin, Eyes, Ingestion, Inhalation TARGET ORGANS: DANGER: Central nervous system, Eyes May damage fertility or the unborn child (fetotoxic and teratogenic effects) STARFIRE WASHER SOLVENT -20 P/N: 4997 - 4997D ALCOHOL-BASED CLEANER MANUFACTURERS NAME: HAZARD STATEMENT: This material can not be made non-poisonous, may be fatal if swallowed. ROUTES OF ENTRY: SECTION II HAZARD IDENTIFICATION Coolants Plus Inc. ADDRESS: 2570 Van Hook Ave. Hamilton, OH. PHONE: (888)258-8723 EMERGENCY PHONE (866) 214-4235 (3E COMPANY) Pg. 2/6 Fluid 2069 Version 2 2/3/2015 Meets GHS requirements % by wt. ACGIH TLV 30 - 40 200 TWA STATEMENTS: state, and local regulations. CARCINOGENICITY: Not listed by OSHA, IARC, OR NTP Seek medical attention immediately. giddiness, intoxication, CNS depression, or coma. INGESTION: Swallowing methanol is life threatening. Symptoms of methanol poisoning may be delayed up to 24 hours. DO NOT induce vomitting or wait for symptoms to develop. STATEMENTS: P403+P235: Store in a well-ventilated Place. Keep Cool. DISPOSAL P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with all applicable federal, for extinction. STORAGE P403+P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P337+P313: If eye irritation persists get medical attention. P370+P378: In case of fire: Use Dry Chemical, Alcohol Faom, or Carbon Dioxide P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do - continue rinsing. P304+P341: IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. SECTION II HAZARD IDENTIFICATION CONTINUED RESPONSE P301+P310: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or physician P/N: 4997 - 4997D ALCOHOL-BASED CLEANER PRODUCT NAME: PRODUCT CODE: clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P333+P313: If skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical attention. STATEMENTS: P302+P352: IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water P303+P361+P353: IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated EYE CONTACT: SECTION III COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS CAS # OSHA PEL 200 ppm CHEMICAL: METHANOL SECTION IV FIRST AID MEASURES 67-56-1 Remove contact lenses, if worn. Flush immediately with gently running water for a Seek medical attention. minimum of 15 minuteslifting upper and lower eyelids occasionally. CHEMICAL FAMILY: SKIN CONTACT: Obtain medical attention immediately. Symptoms of overexposure include Remove to fresh air immediately. Restore or assist breathing if necessary. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Wash under shower with soap and water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation occurs. INHALATION: STARFIRE WASHER SOLVENT -20 Pg. 3/6 Fluid 2069 Version 2 2/3/2015 Meets GHS requirements self-contained breathing apparatus. Do not walk through any spilled chemicals. UNUSUAL HAZARDS: Methanol burns with a clear flame and can be diffucult to see in daylight. Vapors can travel long distances along the ground to a source of ignition. SPECIAL PROCEDURES: Stay Upwind. Water spray may be ineffective on fire but can protect fire-fighters and cool closed containers. If water is used, use fog nozzles. Do not enter confined spaces without full bunker gear. Use NIOSH approved positive-pressure EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Dry Chemical; Alcohol Foam; Carbon Dioxide (Methanol) SECTION V FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES CHEMICAL FAMILY: PRODUCT NAME: PRODUCT CODE: 88º F LEL: 6.0% ALCOHOL-BASED CLEANER UEL: 36.0% SECTION VI ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES SECTION VII HANDLING & STORAGE FLASH POINT: FLAMMABILITY LIMITS: SECTION VIII EXPOSURE CONTROLS - PERSONAL PROTECTION Chemical splash goggles when transferring is taking place VENTILATION: Local exhaust. STORAGE: RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: GLOVES: EYE PROTECTION: stored upright to prevent leaks. oxidizers. Do not store above 120°F and keep containers tightly sealed and Not generally needed Butyl and nitrile gloves. only with adequate ventilation and avoid breathing vapors. Do not get on skin or in containers should be treated as full since residue will remain and is equally hazardous. eyes. Wear the appropriate personal protection equipment when using. Empty HANDLING: Keep away from oxidizers, heat, sparks, open flames and electrical equipment. Use Store in a well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, open flames and strong CLOTHING AND FOOTWEAR Not generally needed the environment. Prevent from entering into soil, sewers, waterways and groundwater. Eliminate all ignition sources. Collect liquid with explosion proof pumps. Dilute with water for small spills, collect with a non-combustible solvent. Avoid release into SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES: STARFIRE WASHER SOLVENT -20 P/N: 4997 - 4997D Pg. 4/6 Fluid 2069 Version 2 2/3/2015 Meets GHS requirements 9.0 - 10.0 0.92 99 Blue Alcohol intraperitoneal routes and levels of exposure. Target Organs: Single Exposure Central Nervous System Repeated Exposure Central Nervous System, Skin, Eyes, Kindeys NOTE: Symptoms may be delayed. Handle using good health practices. Eye Irritation: Risk of serious damage to eyes. Risk of blindness Genotoxicity In Vitro: Ames Test: Negative (IUCLID) mutangenicity and developmental effects in various species VAPOR DENSITY (AIR = 1): Mutagenicity: Numerous endpoints were reported in RTECS which indicate HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION: Strong oxidizers, strong acids, and strong bases. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flame and static discharge. Acute toxicity of the vapor (LC50) [Rat]: 64000 ppm 4 hours (RTECS) HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: INCOMPATIBILITY: (CONDITIONS TO AVOID) Will not occur. CHEMICAL FAMILY: SECTION IX PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS SECTION X STABILITY AND REACTIVITY DATA SECTION XI TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Carbon Monoxide, Carbon Dioxide, Nitrogen Oxides. Skin Irritation: Irritation, may cause burns on long term exposure Methanol: Acute oral toxicity (LD50) [Rat]: 5628 mg/kg (IUCLID) Acute oral LDLO [Human]: 143 mg/kg (RTECS) Acute dermal toxicity (LD50) [Rabbit]: 15800 mg/kg (RTECS) SOLUBILITY IN WATER: EVAPORATION RATE: STABILITY: Stable under normal conditions. (BUTYL ACETATE = 1) COMPLETE > 1 of bacteria, rats, and mice via oral, dermal, inhalation and ODOR: 176º F -20º F < 1 APPEARANCE: N/A FREEZING POINT: VAPOR PRESSURE: PRODUCT NAME: PRODUCT CODE: STARFIRE WASHER SOLVENT -20 P/N: 4997 - 4997D BOILING POINT: pH: SPECIFIC GRAVITY: PERCENT VOLATILE: ALCOHOL-BASED CLEANER Pg. 5/6 Fluid 2069 Version 2 2/3/2015 Meets GHS requirements Flammable 3 II 5000 lbs PACKING GROUP: REPORTABLE QUANTITY (RQ lbs): determine if it meets applicable definitions of hazardous wastes. GENERAL DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS: Prevent methanol from entering sewers, confined spaces, drains, or Mobility in Soil: This material is a mobile liquid Do not allow this product to enter surface waters, wastewater or soil. Stability in water reported to be 2.2 years (IUCLID) SECTION XIII DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS BOD: 600-1200 bg/g (IUCLID) COD: 1400 mg/g (IUCLID) WASTE DESCRIPTION: Wastes must be tested using methods described in 40 CFR Part 261 to PRODUCT CODE: CHEMICAL FAMILY: SECTION XII ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Readily Biodegradable; 99% (OECD Test Guidelines 301D, 30 day) Toxicity to Algae: 8000 mg/L (IUCLID: 16 hours, Scenedesmus Quadricauda) Toxicity to Bacteria: 6600 mg/L (IUCLID: 16 hours, Pseudomonas Flurorescens) Methanol: Toxicity in Fish LC50: 15400 mg/L (ECOTOX: 96 hours, Bluegill Sunfish) Toxicity to Daphnia: >10000 mg/L (IUCLID: 24 hours, Daphnia Magna) UN/NA NUMBER: HAZARD CLASS: PRODUCT NAME: waterways. Clean up and dispose of waste in accordance with all federal, state and local environmental regulations. 128 FLAMMABLE LIQUID, N.O.S. (Methanol Solution) CLEANING COMPOUND, LIQUID (16oz - Limited Quantity) 1993 EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDEBOOK: PROPER SHIPPING NAME: PLACARD/LABELS REQUIRED: U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) SECTION XIV TRANSPORT INFORMATION STARFIRE WASHER SOLVENT -20 P/N: 4997 - 4997D ALCOHOL-BASED CLEANER Pg. 6/6 Fluid 2069 Version 2 2/3/2015 Meets GHS requirements End of SDS DISCLAIMER The information herein has been from sources believed to be accurate, reliable and up to date to the best of our knowledge. However, we cannot give any guarantees regarding information from other sources and do not make any warranties nor assume any liability from its use or misuse. a hazardous air pollutant. SECTION XVI OTHER INFORMATION HMIS: Health = 2; Flammability = 4; Reactivity = 0 Atmospheric Standards The Clean Air Act Ammendments of 1990 list Methanol as contains a chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. New Jersey RTK Label Information Methyl Alcohol (CAS: 67-56-1) CERCLA RQ 5000 LBS. Pennyslvania RTK Label Information Methanol (CAS: 67-56-1) State and Local Regulations CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65: The following statement is made in order to comply with the California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcment Act of 1986. This product SARA 313 COMPONENTS: Methanol CAS# 67-56-1 TSCA STATUS The intentional ingredients of this product are listed None SARA 311/312: Immediate (X) Delayed (X) Fire (X) Reactive ( ) Sudden release of Pressure ( ) SARA 302 COMPONENTS: PRODUCT NAME: PRODUCT CODE: OSHA HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL: Yes U.S. Federal Regulations SECTION XV REGULATORY INFORMATION CHEMICAL FAMILY: STARFIRE WASHER SOLVENT -20 P/N: 4997 - 4997D ALCOHOL-BASED CLEANER

    The gas station near me uses methanol in the window cleaner buckets by the gas pumps. The customers use this product with no warnings or identifiers. The hazards of the product are listed here : https://starfire.com/downloads/Wiper%20Fluid%20-20_SDS.pdf. But customers are not aware of these dangers. I only became aware by having a conversation with an ex employee.

    Model
    P/N /N: 4997 - 4997D
    UPC
    1002902356
    Where
    Cincinnati, Ohio: Other Public Property/Office
    Who was involved
    Age 48, Unspecified
    The reporter’s relation to them
    Self
    As this report names them
    Brand STARFIRE WASHER SOLVENT -20 (Concentrated), made or sold by Coolants Plus, Inc.
    How badly, in CPSC’s words
    Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received

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    Released Oct 25, 2026 and checked Oct 25, 2026. Updated daily. Public domain (U.S. Government work). CPSC asks to be credited, and that no endorsement be implied.

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