Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- Ethanol, absolute
- Product Code
- 397690000; 397691000; 397690010; 397690025
- Chemical Name
- Ethanol
- Synonyms
- Ethyl alcohol; Absolute ethanol
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- 64-17-5 Check regulations →
- EC Number
- 200-578-6 Check regulations →
- REACH No.
- 01-2119457610-43
Identified Uses
Laboratory chemicals. Sector of use: SU3 - Industrial uses: Uses of substances as such or in preparations at industrial sites; Product category: PC21 - Laboratory chemicals; Process categories: PROC15 - Use as a laboratory reagent; Environmental release category: ERC6a - Industrial use resulting in manufacture of another substance (use of intermediates)
Uses advised against
No Information available
Manufacturers & Suppliers
Fisher Scientific UK
distributor
Bishop Meadow Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire LE11 5RG, United Kingdom
Thermo Fisher Scientific
distributor
Janssen Pharmaceuticalaan 3a, 2440 Geel, Belgium
Emergency Contacts
Fisher Scientific
001-800-227-6701
Thermo Fisher Scientific
+32 14 57 52 11
Fisher Scientific
001-201-796-7100
Thermo Fisher Scientific
+32 14 57 52 99
CHEMTREC
001-800-424-9300
CHEMTREC
001-703-527-3887
Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
GHS02
GHS07
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ethyl alcohol EC: 200-578-6 | 64-17-5 | 99 - 100% | Yes |
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.
Symptoms: Difficulty in breathing.
Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If skin irritation persists, call a physician.
Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention.
Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water.
Symptoms: nausea and vomiting
Immediate Medical Attention
Get medical attention if symptoms occur.
Medical Treatment
Treat symptomatically.
Firefighting Measures
Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection
Water spray, carbon dioxide (CO2), dry chemical, alcohol-resistant foam. Water mist may be used to cool closed containers.
Do not use a solid water stream as it may scatter and spread fire.
Flammable. Risk of ignition. Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. Containers may explode when heated. Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air.
Firefighter Protection
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.
Accidental Release Measures
Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection
Should not be released into the environment.
Soak up with inert absorbent material.
Materials: inert absorbent material
Related Products
Similar products with comparable safety profiles
Handling and Storage
Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements
Wear personal protective equipment/face protection. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Use only non-sparking tools. To avoid ignition of vapors by static electricity discharge, all metal parts of the equipment must be grounded. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Flammables area. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame.
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Remove and wash contaminated clothing and gloves, including the inside, before re-use. Wash hands before breaks and after work.
Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Use only non-sparking tools. To avoid ignition of vapors by static electricity discharge, all metal parts of the equipment must be grounded. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. Wherever possible, engineering control measures such as the isolation or enclosure of the process, the introduction of process or equipment changes to minimise release or contact, and the use of properly designed ventilation systems, should be adopted to control hazardous materials at source
Protective gloves. Glove material: Butyl rubber (> 480 minutes, 0.38 mm - 0.56 mm, Level 6, EN374-3), Neoprene (> 480 minutes, 0.45 mm, EN 374), PVC (< 60 minutes, 0.18 mm), Viton (R) (> 480 minutes, 0.7 mm). Inspect gloves before use. Please observe the instructions regarding permeability and breakthrough time which are provided by the supplier of the gloves. Ensure gloves are suitable for the task: Chemical compatibility, Dexterity, Operational conditions, User susceptibility, e.g. sensitisation effects, also take into consideration the specific local conditions under which the product is used, such as the danger of cuts, abrasion. Remove gloves with care avoiding skin contamination.
Goggles (European standard - EN 166)
When workers are facing concentrations above the exposure limit they must use appropriate certified respirators. Large scale/emergency use: Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 136 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced. Recommended Filter type: Organic gases and vapours filter Type A Brown conforming to EN14387. Small scale/Laboratory use: Maintain adequate ventilation
Long sleeved clothing.
Prevent product from entering drains. Do not allow material to contaminate ground water system.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Stability and Reactivity
Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials
Hygroscopic.
None known, based on information available
Hazardous polymerization does not occur. Hazardous Reactions None under normal processing.
Incompatible products. Heat, flames and sparks. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition.
Strong oxidizing agents. Strong acids. Acid anhydrides. Acid chlorides.
Carbon monoxide (CO). Carbon dioxide (CO₂).
Ecological Information
Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data
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Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes
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Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
- UN Number
- 1170
- Shipping Name
- ETHANOL
- Transport Class
- 3
- Packing Group
- II
Regulatory Information
Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What other names is Ethanol, absolute known by?
Ethanol, absolute is also known as: Ethyl alcohol; Absolute ethanol
What is the hazard signal word for Ethanol, absolute?
The signal word is danger.
What is the physical form of Ethanol, absolute?
Ethanol, absolute is a liquid appearing as clear, colorless . It has alcohol odor.
What is Ethanol, absolute used for?
Laboratory chemicals. Sector of use: SU3 - Industrial uses: Uses of substances as such or in preparations at industrial sites; Product category: PC21 - Laboratory chemicals; Process categories: PROC15 - Use as a laboratory reagent; Environmental release category: ERC6a - Industrial use resulting in manufacture of another substance (use of intermediates)
What are the hazard statements for Ethanol, absolute?
This substance has 2 hazard statements:
- H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapor
- H319: Causes serious eye irritation
What is the melting point of Ethanol, absolute?
The melting point is -114 °C / -173.2 °F and the boiling point is 78 °C / 172.4 °F.