Methyl formate is a colorless liquid with an agreeable odor. It is a dangerous fire and explosion risk, with a flammable range of 5%-23% in air. Boiling point is 89F (31C), flash point is -2F (-18C), and ignition temperature is 853F (456C). In addition to being flammable and a polymerization hazard, it is also an irritant, with a TLV of 100 ppm in air. It is water soluble and