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Ethyl Alcohol, 70% v/v

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Ethyl Alcohol, 70% v/v
Product Form
Mixture
Product Code
VT270
Synonyms
Ethanol, Denatured, 70% v/v

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Identified Uses

For laboratory and manufacturing use only.

Manufacturers & Suppliers

V

Val Tech Diagnostics, A Division of LabChem Inc

manufacturer

Jackson's Pointe Commerce Park Building 1000, 1010 Jackson's Pointe Court, Zelienople, PA 16063

412-826-5230

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

1-800-424-9300

CHEMTREC

011-703-527-3887

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Cat. 3 H226
Skin Irrit. Cat. 2 H315
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2A H319
Repr. Cat. 2 H361
STOT SE Cat. 3 H336
STOT SE Cat. 1 H370

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H226 Flammable liquid and vapour
H315 Causes skin irritation
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness
H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
H370 Causes damage to organs (central nervous system, optic nerve) (oral, Dermal)

Precautionary Statements

P201 Obtain special instructions before use
P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, open flames, sparks. - No smoking
P233 Keep container tightly closed
P235 Keep cool
P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment
P241 Use explosion-proof electrical, lighting, ventilating equipment
P242 Use only non-sparking tools
P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge
P260 Do not breathe mist, spray, vapours
P264 Wash exposed skin thoroughly after handling
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area
P280 Wear eye protection, face protection, protective clothing, protective gloves
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower
P304 + P340 IF INHALED: remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
P305 + P351 + P338 If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
P312 Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician if you feel unwell
P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention
P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention
P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse
P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use carbon dioxide (CO2), powder, alcohol-resistant foam for extinction
P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
P405 Store locked up
P501 Dispose of contents/container to comply with local, state and federal regulations

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type mixture
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Ethanol 64-17-5 52.3 - 57.5% Yes
Water 7732-18-5 35.9 - 42.3% No
Isopropyl Alcohol (2-Propanol) 67-63-0 2.8 - 3.3% Yes
Methanol 67-56-1 2.6 - 3.3% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove the victim into fresh air. Respiratory problems: consult a doctor/medical service.

Symptoms: EXPOSURE TO HIGH CONCENTRATIONS: Dry/sore throat. Coughing. Irritation of the respiratory tract. Irritation of the nasal mucous membranes. Respiratory difficulties. Central nervous system depression. Symptoms similar to those listed under ingestion.

Skin contact

Rinse with water. Take victim to a doctor if irritation persists.

Symptoms: Slight irritation.

Eye contact

Rinse immediately with plenty of water. Do not apply neutralizing agents. Take victim to an ophthalmologist if irritation persists.

Symptoms: Redness of the eye tissue. Lacrimation. ON CONTINUOUS EXPOSURE/CONTACT: Irritation of the eye tissue.

Ingestion

Rinse mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting. Call Poison Information Centre (www.big.be/antigif.htm). Consult a doctor/medical service if you feel unwell. Ingestion of large quantities: immediately to hospital.

Symptoms: AFTER ABSORPTION OF HIGH QUANTITIES: Risk of aspiration pneumonia. Red skin. Body temperature rise. Damp/clammy skin. Excited/restless. Accelerated heart action. Central nervous system depression. Dizziness. Narcosis. Headache. Drunkenness. Nausea. Vomiting. Disturbed motor response. Coordination disorders. Visual disturbances. Impaired concentration. Delusions. Disturbed sensation of pain. Disturbances of heart rate. Disturbances of consciousness. Tremor. Cramps/uncontrolled muscular contractions. Dilated pupils.

Immediate Medical Attention

Depending on the victim's condition: doctor/hospital. Ingestion of large quantities: immediately to hospital.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Water spray. Alcohol-resistant foam. BC powder. Carbon dioxide.

Unsuitable media

Solid water jet ineffective as extinguishing medium.

Specific hazards

DIRECT FIRE HAZARD. Highly flammable. Gas/vapour flammable with air within explosion limits. INDIRECT FIRE HAZARD. May be ignited by sparks. Gas/vapour spreads at floor level: ignition hazard. DIRECT EXPLOSION HAZARD. Gas/vapour explosive with air within explosion limits. INDIRECT EXPLOSION HAZARD. may be ignited by sparks.

Instructions

Cool tanks/drums with water spray/remove them into safety. Do not move the load if exposed to heat.

Firefighter Protection

Heat/fire exposure: compressed air/oxygen apparatus.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Keep upwind. Mark the danger area. Consider evacuation. Seal off low-lying areas. Close doors and windows of adjacent premises. Stop engines and no smoking. No naked flames or sparks. Spark- and explosionproof appliances and lighting equipment. Keep containers closed. Wash contaminated clothes.

Environmental

Prevent spreading in sewers.

Cleanup methods

Take up liquid spill into a non combustible material. Scoop absorbed substance into closing containers. Carefully collect the spill/leftovers. Damaged/cooled tanks must be emptied. Clean contaminated surfaces with an excess of water. Take collected spill to manufacturer/competent authority. Wash clothing and equipment after handling.

Materials: sand, earth, vermiculite or kieselguhr, powdered limestone

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Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

E

Ethyl Alcohol, 70%

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E

Ethyl Alcohol, 90% v/v

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E

Ethanol 70%

CAS: 64-17-5

E

Ethanol Solution 70%

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E

Ethanol 70% V/V denatured

CAS: 64-17-5

I

ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL 70%

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I

Isopropyl alcohol, 70% in water

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I

Isopropyl alcohol, 70% in water

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07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Comply with the legal requirements. Remove contaminated clothing immediately. Clean contaminated clothing. Handle uncleaned empty containers as full ones. Thoroughly clean/dry the installation before use. Do not discharge the waste into the drain. Do not use compressed air for pumping over. Use spark-/explosionproof appliances and lighting system. Take precautions against electrostatic charges. Keep away from naked flames/heat. Keep away from ignition sources/sparks. Observe normal hygiene standards. Keep container tightly closed. Measure the concentration in the air regularly. Work under local exhaust/ventilation.

Storage

Keep container tightly closed. Keep only in the original container in a cool, well ventilated place away from : incompatible materials. Keep in fireproof place.

Hygiene

Observe normal hygiene standards. Wash exposed skin thoroughly after handling.

Fire prevention

Use spark-/explosionproof appliances and lighting system. Take precautions against electrostatic charges. Keep away from naked flames/heat. Keep away from ignition sources/sparks.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Gloves.

Eyes

Safety glasses.

Respiratory

Wear gas mask with filter type A if conc. in air > exposure limit.

Skin/Body

Protective clothing. Materials for protective clothing: GIVE EXCELLENT RESISTANCE: butyl rubber. viton. GIVE GOOD RESISTANCE: neoprene. tetrafluoroethylene. GIVE LESS RESISTANCE: nitrile rubber. polyethylene. GIVE POOR RESISTANCE: natural rubber. PVA. PVC.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Solubility In Water
Complete
Upper Explosive Limit
19.0 vol %
Crystallisation Point
---
Physical State Data
liquid
Auto Ignition Temperature
363 °C
Properties Status
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
2.4 (butylacetate=1); 8.3 (ether=1)
Molecular Weight
46.07 g/mol
Odor Threshold
100 ppm; 188 mg/m³
Lower Explosive Limit
3.3 vol %
Solubility In Fat
---
Relative Density
0.79
Melting Point
-115 °C
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
Liquid.
Cloud Point
---
Colour
Colourless.
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Voc Content
100 %
Physical State
Liquid
Odor
Alcohol odour. Pleasant odour.
Softening Point
---
Solubility
---
Vapor Density
---
Explosive Limits
---
Form
---
Decomposition Temperature
---
Ph
No data available
Flammability
---
Bulk Density
---
Colour Intensity
---
Partition Coefficient
-0.31 (Experimental value)
Boiling Point
78 °C
Vapor Pressure
59 hPa
Solidification Point
---
Density
0.881 g/l
Freezing Point
---
Flash Point
25 °C
Dynamic Viscosity
0.0012 Pa.s (20 °C)
Evaporation Rate
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Hygroscopic.

Reactivity

Reacts violently with many compounds e.g.: with (strong) oxidizers: (increased) risk of fire/explosion. Violent to explosive reaction with (some) acids.

Hazardous reactions

Not established.

Avoid

Direct sunlight. Extremely high or low temperatures. Open flame.

Incompatible

Strong acids. Strong bases.

Decomposition

Upon combustion: CO and CO₂ are formed.

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

12.1. Toxicity

Ecology - general : Classification concerning the environment: not applicable. Ecology - air : TA-Luft Klasse 5.2.5. Ecology - water : Not harmful to fishes (LC50(96h) >1000 mg/l). Not harmful to invertebrates (Daphnia). Slightly harmful to algae (EC50 (72h): 100 - 1000 mg/l). Not harmful to bacteria (EC50 >1000 mg/l). Inhibition of activated sludge. Ethyl Alcohol, 70% v/v LC50 fishes 1 14200 mg/l (96 h; Pimephales promelas; Nominal concentration) EC50 Daphnia 1 9300 mg/l (48 h; Daphnia magna) LC50 fish 2 13000 mg/l 96 h; Salmo gairdneri (Oncorhynchus mykiss) EC50 Daphnia 2 10800 mg/l (24 h; Daphnia magna) Threshold limit other aquatic organisms 1 65 mg/l (72 h; Protozoa) Threshold limit algae 1 1450 mg/l (192 h; Microcystis aeruginosa; Growth rate) Threshold limit algae 2 5000 mg/l (168 h; Scenedesmus quadricauda; Growth rate)

12.1. Toxicity

Ethanol (64-17-5) | LC50 fishes 1 | 14200 mg/l (96 h; Pimephales promelas; Nominal concentration) | EC50 Daphnia 1 | 9300 mg/l (48 h; Daphnia magna) | LC50 fish 2 | 13000 mg/l 96 h; Salmo gairdneri (Oncorhynchus mykiss) | EC50 Daphnia 2 | 10800 mg/l (24 h; Daphnia magna) | Threshold limit other aquatic organisms 1 | 65 mg/l (72 h; Protozoa) | Threshold limit algae 1 | 1450 mg/l (192 h; Microcystis aeruginosa; Growth rate) | Threshold limit algae 2 | 5000 mg/l (168 h; Scenedesmus quadricauda; Growth rate)

12.1. Toxicity

| Isopropyl Alcohol (2-Propanol) (67-63-0) | | | LC50 fishes 1 | 4200 mg/l (96 h; Rasbora heteromorpha; Flow-through system) | | EC50 Daphnia 1 | > 10000 mg/l (48 h; Daphnia magna) | | LC50 fish 2 | 9640 mg/l (96 h; Pimephales promelas; Lethal) | | EC50 Daphnia 2 | 13299 mg/l (48 h; Daphnia magna) | | Threshold limit algae 1 | > 1000 mg/l (72 h; Scenedesmus subspicatus; Growth rate) | | Threshold limit algae 2 | 1800 mg/l (72 h; Algae; Cell numbers) |

12.1. Toxicity

Methanol (67-56-1) LC50 fishes 1: 15400 mg/l (96 h; Lepomis macrochirus; Lethal) EC50 Daphnia 1: > 10000 mg/l (48 h; Daphnia magna; Lethal) LC50 fish 2: 10800 mg/l 96 h; Salmo gairdneri (Oncorhynchus mykiss) EC50 Daphnia 2: 24500 mg/l (48 h; Daphnia magna) Threshold limit other aquatic organisms 1: 6600 mg/l (16 h; Pseudomonas putida) Threshold limit algae 1: 530 mg/l (192 h; Microcystis aeruginosa) Threshold limit algae 2: 8000 mg/l (168 h; Scenedesmus quadricauda)

12.2. Persistence and degradability

Readily biodegradable in water. Biodegradable in the soil. No (test)data on mobility of the substance available. Biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) | 0.8 - 0.967 g O²/g substance Chemical oxygen demand (COD) | 1.70 g O²/g substance ThOD | 2.10 g O²/g substance BOD (% of ThOD) | 0.43 % ThOD

12.2. Persistence and degradability

Readily biodegradable in water. Biodegradable in the soil. No (test)data on mobility of the substance available. Biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) | 0.8 - 0.967 g O²/g substance Chemical oxygen demand (COD) | 1.70 g O²/g substance ThOD | 2.10 g O²/g substance BOD (% of ThOD) | 0.43 % ThOD

Ethanol is readily biodegradable in water and soil.

12.2. Persistence and degradability

Readily biodegradable in water. Biodegradable in the soil. Biodegradable in the soil under anaerobic conditions. No (test)data on mobility of the substance available. Biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) 1.19 g O²/g substance. Chemical oxygen demand (COD) 2.23 g O²/g substance. ThOD 2.40 g O²/g substance. BOD (% of ThOD) 0.49 % ThOD.

The substance is readily biodegradable in water and soil, including under anaerobic conditions.

12.2. Persistence and degradability

Water (7732-18-5) | Persistence and degradability | Not established.

Not established.

12.2. Persistence and degradability

Readily biodegradable in water. Biodegradable in the soil. Biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) | 0.6 - 1.12 g O²/g substance Chemical oxygen demand (COD) | 1.42 g O²/g substance ThOD | 1.5 g O²/g substance BOD (% of ThOD) | 0.8 % ThOD

Methanol is readily biodegradable in water and biodegradable in the soil.

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

| Ethyl Alcohol, 70% v/v | | | --- | --- | | Log Pow | -0.31 (Experimental value) | | Bioaccumulative potential | Low potential for bioaccumulation (Log Kow < 4). |

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

| Ethyl Alcohol, 70% v/v | | | --- | --- | | Ethanol (64-17-5) | | | --- | --- | | Log Pow | -0.31 (Experimental value) | | Bioaccumulative potential | Low potential for bioaccumulation (Log Kow < 4). |

Low potential for bioaccumulation (Log Kow < 4).

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

| Isopropyl Alcohol (2-Propanol) (67-63-0) | | | Log Pow | 0.05 (Experimental value) | | Bioaccumulative potential | Low potential for bioaccumulation (Log Kow < 4). |

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

Water (7732-18-5) | Bioaccumulative potential | Not established.

Not established.

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

| Methanol (67-56-1) | | | BCF fish 1 | < 10 (Leuciscus idus) | | Log Pow | -0.77 (Experimental value; Other,Experimental value; Other) | | Bioaccumulative potential | Low potential for bioaccumulation (BCF < 500). |

Low potential for bioaccumulation (BCF < 500).

12.4. Mobility in soil

12.4. Mobility in soil | Ethyl Alcohol, 70% v/v | | | --- | --- | | Surface tension | 0.022 N/m (20 °C) | | Ethanol (64-17-5) | | | Surface tension | 0.022 N/m (20 °C) | | Isopropyl Alcohol (2-Propanol) (67-63-0) | | | Surface tension | 0.021 N/m (25 °C) | | Methanol (67-56-1) | | | Surface tension | 0.023 N/m (20 °C) |

12.5. Other adverse effects

Other information : Avoid release to the environment.
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Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

Recycle by distillation. Remove to an authorized waste incinerator for solvents with energy recovery. Do not discharge into surface water. May be discharged to wastewater treatment installation.

Disposal

Remove waste in accordance with local and/or national regulations. Hazardous waste shall not be mixed together with other waste. Different types of hazardous waste shall not be mixed together if this may entail a risk of pollution or create problems for the further management of the waste. Hazardous waste shall be managed responsibly. All entities that store, transport or handle hazardous waste shall take the necessary measures to prevent risks of pollution or damage to people or animals.

Waste Codes

KGA category 03 LWCA (the Netherlands) national code
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Transport Information

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

UN Number
1987
Shipping Name
Alcohols, n.o.s.
Transport Class
3
Packing Group
III
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Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

US Federal regulations

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What other names is Ethyl Alcohol, 70% v/v known by?

Ethyl Alcohol, 70% v/v is also known as: Ethanol, Denatured, 70% v/v

What is the hazard signal word for Ethyl Alcohol, 70% v/v?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Ethyl Alcohol, 70% v/v?

Ethyl Alcohol, 70% v/v is a liquid appearing as liquid. with colourless. color. It has alcohol odour. pleasant odour. odor.

What is Ethyl Alcohol, 70% v/v used for?

For laboratory and manufacturing use only.

What are the hazard statements for Ethyl Alcohol, 70% v/v?

This substance has 6 hazard statements:

  • H226: Flammable liquid and vapour
  • H315: Causes skin irritation
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation
  • H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness
  • H361: Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
  • H370: Causes damage to organs (central nervous system, optic nerve) (oral, Dermal)

What is the melting point of Ethyl Alcohol, 70% v/v?

The melting point is -115 °C and the boiling point is 78 °C.