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Ethanol

CAS 64-17-5
EC 200-578-6

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Ethanol
Product Code
3406, 3405, 3448, 6777, 8007, 8025, 8029, 8229, 8462, 2606, 2607, 9401, 0395, 0396
Chemical Name
Ethanol
Synonyms
Ethyl alcohol, Ethyl alcohol

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
64-17-5 Check regulations →
EC Number
200-578-6 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2119457610-43-XXXX

Identified Uses

For Laboratory, Research or Manufacturing Use.

Uses advised against

Not determined.

Manufacturers & Suppliers

A

Avantor Performance Materials Poland S.A.

manufacturer

Sowinskiego 11str., 44-101 Gliwice, Poland

48 32 239-20-00

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

(44)-870-8200418

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Cat. 2 H225

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

Hazard Statements

H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour.

Precautionary Statements

P210 Keep away from sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking.
P241 Use explosion-proof [electrical/ventilating/lighting] equipment.
P280 Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection.
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water [or shower].
P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Ethanol EC: 200-578-6 64-17-5 50 - 100% No

Notes

All concentrations are percent by weight unless ingredient is a gas. Gas concentrations are in percent by volume.

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Move to fresh air. Get medical attention if symptoms persist.

Skin contact

Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Get medical attention if symptoms occur. Wash contaminated clothing before re-use. Destroy or thoroughly clean contaminated shoes.

Eye contact

Immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If easy to do, remove contact lenses. Get medical attention.

Symptoms: May irritate eyes.

Ingestion

Get medical attention if symptoms occur. Rinse mouth. If vomiting occurs, keep head low so that stomach content doesn't get into the lungs.

Immediate Medical Attention

Get medical attention if symptoms persist or occur.

Medical Treatment

Treat symptomatically.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Water spray, foam, dry powder or carbon dioxide.

Unsuitable media

Avoid water in straight hose stream; will scatter and spread fire.

Specific hazards

Vapours may cause a flash fire or ignite explosively. Vapours may travel considerable distance to a source of ignition and flash back. Heat may cause the containers to explode.

Instructions

Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Water may be ineffective in fighting the fire. Fight fire from a protected location. Move containers from fire area if you can do so without risk.

Firefighter Protection

Firefighters must use standard protective equipment including flame retardant coat, helmet with face shield, gloves, rubber boots, and in enclosed spaces, SCBA.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

ELIMINATE all ignition sources (no smoking, flares, sparks or flames in immediate area). Use personal protective equipment. Keep unauthorised personnel away. Keep upwind. Ventilate closed spaces before entering them. Do not touch damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing.

Large spill

Dyke far ahead of larger spill for later recovery and disposal.

Environmental

Do not contaminate water sources or sewer. Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.

Cleanup methods

Absorb spill with vermiculite or other inert material, then place in a container for chemical waste. Clean surface thoroughly to remove residual contamination.

Materials: vermiculite or other inert material

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid breathing high vapour concentrations. Do not taste or swallow. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

Storage

Keep container tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place.

Hygiene

Do not taste or swallow. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

Fire prevention

DO NOT handle, store or open near an open flame, sources of heat or sources of ignition. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Good general ventilation (typically 10 air changes per hour) should be used. Ventilation rates should be matched to conditions. If applicable, use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to maintain airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If exposure limits have not been established, maintain airborne levels to an acceptable level. Use explosion-proof ventilation equipment.

Hands

Material: Chemical resistant gloves

Eyes

Chemical goggles and face shield are recommended.

Respiratory

In case of inadequate ventilation use suitable respirator.

Skin/Body

Wear appropriate clothing to prevent repeated or prolonged skin contact.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Ph
No data available.
Odor
Odor of ethyl alcohol
Evaporation Rate
1,4 (butyl acetate=1)
Upper Explosive Limit
19 %(V)
Melting Point
-114,1 °C
Cloud Point
---
Odor Threshold
No data available.
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Density
0,789 (20 °C)
Physical State
Liquid
Bulk Density
---
Physical State Data
liquid
Form
Liquid
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Freezing Point
-114,1 °C
Properties Status
---
Solubility
chloroform: Miscible; acetic acid: Miscible; acetone: Miscible; benzene: Miscible; ether: Miscible
Colour Intensity
---
Appearance
Colourless
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
363 °C
Vapor Density
1,59 Air=1
Colour
Colourless
Molecular Weight
46,07 g/mol (C2H6O)
Lower Explosive Limit
3,3 - 3,7 %(V)
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Density
0,79 g/ml (20 °C)
Flash Point
12 °C (Closed Cup)
Decomposition Temperature
No data available.
Flammability
Class IB Flammable Liquid
Vapor Pressure
5,85 kPa (20 °C)
Voc Content
EC Directive 2004/42: 790 g/l ~100 % (calculated)
Softening Point
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Partition Coefficient
-0,31
Boiling Point
78,2 - 78,5 °C
Metal Corrosion
---
Kinematic Viscosity
2,247 mm2/s (0 °C)
Solidification Point
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Solubility In Water
1.000 g/l (25 °C)
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Material is stable under normal conditions.

Reactivity

No dangerous reaction known under conditions of normal use.

Hazardous reactions

Hazardous polymerization does not occur.

Avoid

Heat, sparks, flames. Contact with incompatible materials.

Incompatible

Strong oxidising agents. Strong acids. Chlorine. Isocyanates

Decomposition

Thermal decomposition may release oxides of carbon.

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

12.1 Toxicity

Acute toxicity Fish Product: No data available. Specified substance(s) Ethanol LC 50 (Rainbow trout, donaldson trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss), 96 h): 11.850 - 20.100 mg/l LC 50 (Fathead minnow (Pimephales promelas), 96 h): 13.480 - 29.400 mg/l LC 50 (Carp (Leuciscus idus melanotus), 48 h): 8.140 mg/l EC 50 (Fathead minnow (Pimephales promelas); Rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss), 96 h): 12.900 - 28.900 mg/l EC 50 (Rainbow trout, donaldson trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss), 96 h): 13.000 mg/l Aquatic Invertebrates Product: No data available. Specified substance(s) Ethanol EC 50 (Water flea (Daphnia obtusa), 48 h): 10.100 - 22.200 mg/l LC 50 (Water flea (Daphnia magna), 48 h): 7.560 - 15.386 mg/l LC 50 (Ceriodaphnia dubia, 48 h): 5.012 mg/l EC 50 (Water flea (Daphnia magna), 48 h): > 10.000 mg/l Chronic toxicity Fish Product: No data available. Specified substance(s) Ethanol - EC 50 (Oryzias latipes, 200 h): 9.164 - 14.536 mg/l - NOAEL (Oryzias latipes, 200 h): 7.900 - 15.800 mg/l - LOAEL (Oryzias latipes, 200 h): 7.900 - 39.505 mg/l Aquatic Invertebrates Product: No data available. Specified substance(s) Ethanol - NOAEL (Daphnia magna, 21 d): > 10 mg/l - LOAEL (Biomphalaria tenagophila, 8 Weeks): 19,8 mg/l - NOAEL (Ceriodaphnia dubia, 10 d): 2 - 9,6 mg/l - NOAEL (Biomphalaria tenagophila, 8 Weeks): 19,8 mg/l - LC 50 (Ceriodaphnia dubia, 10 d): 1.806 mg/l Toxicity to aquatic plants Product: No data available. Specified substance(s) Ethanol: No data available.

12.2 Persistence and degradability

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

12.4 Mobility in soil

12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

12.6 Endocrine disrupting properties

12.7 Other adverse effects

12.2 Persistence and Degradability

## Biodegradation **Product:** Expected to be readily biodegradable. ## Specified substance(s) **Ethanol:** No data available. ## BOD/COD Ratio **Product:** No data available. ## Specified substance(s) **Ethanol:** No data available.

The product is expected to be readily biodegradable.

12.3 Bioaccumulative Potential

Product: No data available on bioaccumulation. Specified substance(s): Ethanol - Cyprinus carpio, Bioconcentration Factor (BCF): 1 Aquatic sediment - Cyprinus carpio, Bioconcentration Factor (BCF): 3 Aquatic sediment - Cyprinus carpio, Bioconcentration Factor (BCF): 4,5 Aquatic sediment - Leuciscus idus, Bioconcentration Factor (BCF): < 10 Aquatic sediment

12.4 Mobility in Soil

The product is water soluble and may spread in water systems. ## Known or predicted distribution to environmental compartments **Ethanol:** No data available.

The product is water soluble and may spread in water systems. No data available for Ethanol.

12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment:

Ethanol: No data available.

No data available for Ethanol.

12.6 Other Adverse Effects

Harmful to aquatic organisms.

The substance is classified as harmful to aquatic organisms.

12.7 Additional Information:

No data available.
13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

No data available.

Disposal

Discharge, treatment, or disposal may be subject to national, state, or local laws.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
1170
Shipping Name
ETHANOL
Transport Class
3
Packing Group
II
ADR

Not determined.

IMDG

Not determined.

IATA

Not determined.

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

EU Regulations

Chemical Safety Assessment Performed
?

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What other names is Ethanol known by?

Ethanol is also known as: Ethyl alcohol, Ethyl alcohol

What is the hazard signal word for Ethanol?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Ethanol?

Ethanol is a liquid appearing as colourless with colourless color. It has odor of ethyl alcohol odor.

What is the solubility of Ethanol?

chloroform: Miscible; acetic acid: Miscible; acetone: Miscible; benzene: Miscible; ether: Miscible

What is Ethanol used for?

For Laboratory, Research or Manufacturing Use.

What are the hazard statements for Ethanol?

This substance has 1 hazard statement:

  • H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapour.

What is the melting point of Ethanol?

The melting point is -114,1 °C and the boiling point is 78,2 - 78,5 °C.