SAFETY DATA SHEET
According to Regulation (EC) No 453/2010
Version 1.2
Revision Date: 13.12.2016
www.eamaterials.com Printing Date: 13.12.2016
SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
1.1 Product identifier
Product name : Absolute Ethanol
Included product code : AETOH010-2.5, AETOH010-4.0, AETOH012-2.5,
AETOH012-4.0, AETOH011-2.5P, AETOH011-25P
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture
Identified uses : Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
Uses advised against : Not applicable
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company : Elite Advanced Materials Sdn Bhd
Lot 34, Jalan RP2, Rawang Perdana Industrial
Estate, 48000 Rawang, Selangor, Malaysia
E-mail address : enquiry@eamaterials.com
1.4 Emergency telephone number
Emergency phone : +60 3-6091 4200 (Local business hours only)
SECTION 2: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP/GHS]
Flammable liquids Category 2
Eye Irritation Category 2
2.2 Label elements
Labeling in compliance to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP/GHS]
Hazard pictograms
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GHS02 GHS07
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, open flames, sparks. - No
smoking
P280 Wear eye protection, face protection, protective clothing,
protective gloves
Response
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue
rinsing.
P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention.
Storage
P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
2.3 Other hazards
Not available
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SECTION 3: COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
3.1 Substance
Synonyms: Absolute Alcohol
Formula: C2H6O
Molecular Weight: 46.07 g/mol
Component Identity Classification H- Concentration
Code Code
(by wt)
Ethanol CAS-No. : 64-17-5 Flam. Liq. 2 H225 <=100 %
EC No. : 200-578-6 Eye Irrit. 2A H319
Index No. : 603-002-00-5
SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
4.1 Description of First Aid measures
General information
Immediate medical attention is required. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in
attendance.
If inhaled
Move person into fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim ingested or
inhaled the substance; give artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped
with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device. Immediate medical
attention is required.
In case of skin contact
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Wash off with soap and plenty of water for
at least 15 minutes. Take victim to a doctor if irritation persists.
In case of eye contact
Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes.
Immediate medical attention is required.
If swallowed
Do NOT induce vomiting. Give nothing to drink. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.
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4.2 Most important symptoms and delayed symptoms and effects
Irritant effects, respiratory paralysis, Dizziness, narcosis, inebriation, euphoria, Nausea,
Vomiting
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment
No data available.
SECTION 5: FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide (CO2) to
extinguish flames.
Unsuitable extinguishing media
For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Combustible
Vapours are heavier than air and may spread along floors
Forms explosive mixtures with air at ambient temperatures
Pay attention to flashback
Development of hazardous combustion gases or vapours possible in the event of fire
5.3 Advice for fire-fighters
Full protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus are required during
handling.
5.4 Further information
Use water spray to cool unopened containers.
SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal protective equipment is required during handling. Ensure adequate ventilation.
Remove all sources of ignition. Take precautionary measures against static discharges
6.2 Environmental precautions
Do not discharge into drains or waterways. Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do
so.
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6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Soak up with inert absorbent material. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
Remove all sources of ignition. Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment. (see
section 13).
6.4 Reference to other sections
Information on waste treatment, see Section 13.
SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1 Precaution for safe handling
Personal protective equipment is required during handling to avoid contact with skin and
eyes. Please handle the chemical under the fume hood to avoid inhalation of vapour or
mist. Keep container tightly closed and away from sources of heat, sparks and naked
flames. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Container must store in a cool dry, well-ventilated place and away from all sources of
ignition, heat and direct sunlight. Avoid accumulation of electrostatic charges.
7.3 Specific end use
No further relevant information available.
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
8.1 Control parameters
Component ACGIH TLV OSHA PEL NIOSH IDLH
Ethanol STEL: 1,000 ppm (Vacated) TWA: 1,000 ppm IDLH: 3,300 ppm
(Vacated) TWA: 1,900 mg/m3 TWA: 1,000 ppm
TWA: 1,000 ppm TWA: 1,900 mg/m3
TWA: 1,900 mg/m3
8.2 Exposure control
Personal protection measures, such as personal protective equipment
Do not eat, drink or smoke during chemical handling. Remove and wash contaminated
clothing before re-using. Ventilation must working properly, especially in confined areas.
Protective clothing needs to be selected specifically for the workplace, depending on
concentrations and quantities of the hazardous substances handled.
Eye/ face protection
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Chemical goggles or safety glasses is required during handling. A face shield may also be
necessary. Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate
government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin protection
Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure. Gloves must be
inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer
surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use
in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands.
The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC
and the standard EN 374 derived from it.
Full contact*
Material: butyl-rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0.3 mm
Break through time: 480 min
Material tested: Butoject® (KCL 897 / Aldrich Z677647, Size M)
Splash contact*
Material: Nitrile rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0.2 mm
Break through time: 38 min
Material tested: Dermatril® (KCL 743 / Aldrich Z677388, Size M)
*Source – Sigma Aldrich, 2015
Body protection
Complete suit protecting against chemicals, Flame retardant antistatic protective clothing.
The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and
amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Respiratory protection
Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full-face
respirator with multi-purpose combination (US) or type AXBEK (EN 14387) respirator
cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. If the respirator is the sole means of
protection, use a full-face supplied air respirator. Use respirators and components tested
and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state : Liquid
Color : colorless
Ordor : aromatic
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Ordor threshold : No data available
pH - value : No data available
Melting point / Range : -114.0 °C
Boiling point / Range : 78 °C
Flash point : 14 °C [closed cup]
Evaporation rate : No data available
Flammability limit - LEL : 3.3 % (V)
Flammability limit - UEL : 19 % (V)
Vapour pressure : 44.6 mm Hg at 20.0 °C
Vapor density (air = 1) : 1.59
Density : No data available
Bulk density : No data available
Solubility(ies) : 0.7890 g/mL at 25°C
Water solubility : completely miscible
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water : log Pow: -0.31
Auto-ignition temperature : 363 °C / 685.4 °F
Decomposition temperature : No data available
Viscosity : 1.2cP at 25°C
Explosive properties : No data available
Oxidising properties : No data available
Surface Tension : No data available
9.2 Other information
Not applicable
SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
10.1 Reactivity
Vapours may form explosive mixture with air
10.2 Chemical stability
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature)
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
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Risk of explosion/exothermic reaction with:
Hydrogen peroxide, perchlorates, perchloric acid, nitric acid, mercury (II) nitrate,
permanganic acid, nitriles, peroxi compounds, strong oxidising agents, nitrosyl compounds,
peroxides, sodium, potassium, halogen oxides, calcium hypochlorite, nitrogen dioxide,
metallic oxides, uranium hexafluoride, iodides, chlorine, alkali metals, alkaline earth metals,
alkali oxides, ethylene oxide
Silver with nitric acid
Silver compounds with ammonia
Potassium permanganate with conc. Sulfuric acid
Risk of ignition or formation of inflammable gases or vapours with:
Halogen-halogen compounds, chromium (VI) oxide, chromyl chloride, fluorine, hydrides,
oxides of phosphorus, platinum
Nitric acid with potassium permanganate
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Incompatible materials, ignition sources, excess heat, oxidizers
10.5 Incompatible materials
Rubber, various plastics
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
No data available
SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGY INFORMATION
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
Component LD50 Oral LD50 Dermal LC50 Inhalation
Ethanol LD50 = 7,060 mg/kg (Rat) Not listed 20,000 ppm/10h (Rat)
Skin corrosion/irritation
Skin - rabbit
Remarks: No skin irritation - 24 h
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Serious eye damage/eye irritation
Eyes - rabbit
Remarks: Irritant. Contact may result in irritation, lacrimation, pain and redness
Respiratory or skin sensitisation
No respiratory or skin sensitisation toxicity classification
Germ cell mutagenicity
No data available
Carcinogenicity
Carcinogenicity - Mouse - Oral Tumorigenic:Equivocal tumorigenic agent by RTECS criteria.
Liver:Tumors. Blood:Lymphomas including Hodgkin's disease.
IARC: Carcinogenicity of the mixture has not been determined. Consumption of alcoholic
beverages is considered carcinogenic to humans (Group 1) by IARC, though
ethanol itself has not been classified by this agency. No other components are listed
as carcinogens by IARC, US OSHA or NTP.
Reproductive toxicity
Reproductive toxicity - Human - female - Oral
Effects on Newborn: Apgar score (human only)
Effects on Newborn: Other neonatal measures or effects
Effects on Newborn: Drug dependence
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure
No data available
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure
No data available
Aspiration hazard
No aspiration toxicity classification
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure
For information on potential signs and symptoms of exposure, See Section 2 - Hazards
Identification and/or Section 11 - Toxicological Information.
SECTION 12: ECOLOGY INFORMATION
12.1 Ecotoxicity
Component Freshwater Algae Freshwater Fish Microtox Water Flea
Ethanol EC50 = 275 mg/L/72h LC50 = 14,200 mg/L/96h EC50 = 34,634 mg/L/30min EC50 = 9,268 mg/L/48h
(Chlorella vulgaris) Fathead minnow Photobacterium EC50 = 10,800 mg/L/24h
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(Pimephales promelas) phosphoreum
EC50 = 35,470 mg/L/5min
Photobacterium
phosphoreum
12.2 Persistence and degradability
Readily biodegradable
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Accumulation in organisms is not expected
12.4 Mobility in soil
No data available
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
The substance/mixture contains no components considered to be either persistent,
bioaccumulative and toxic (PBT), or very persistent and very bioaccumulative (vPvB) at
levels of 0.1% or higher
12.5 Other adverse effects
No data available
SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
13.1 Waste treatment method
For small amounts absorb with sand, vermiculite or similar and dispose of to an approved
landfill site. Contact the manufacturer for additional information if larger amounts are
involved. Prevent contamination of drains and waterways as aquatic life may be
threatened and environmental damage may result.
SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION
14.1 UN number
ADR/RID: 1170 IMDG: 1170 IATA-DGR: 1170
14.2 UN proper shipping name
ADR/RID: ETHANOL (ETHYL ALCOHOL)
IMDG: ETHANOL (ETHYL ALCOHOL)
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IATA-DGR: ETHANOL (ETHYL ALCOHOL)
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
ADR/RID: 3 IMDG: 3 IATA-DGR: 3
14.4 Packaging group
ADR/RID: II IMDG: II IATA-DGR: II
14.5 Environmental hazards
ADR/RID: no IMDG Marine pollutant: no IATA-DGR: no
14.6 Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code
No data available
14.7 Special precautions for user
No data available
SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or
mixture
Storage class 3
15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment
For this product a chemical safety assessment was not carried out
SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION
This information is based on present level of our knowledge, however, this shall not
constitute a guarantee product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual
relationship.
Relevant phrases:
H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapor
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Abbreviations:
ADR : European agreement concerning the international carriage of dangerous goods
by road.
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IMDG : International Maritime Dangerous Goods.
IATA : International Air Transport Association
ICAO : International Civil Aviation Organization
RID : Regulations concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous goods by rail.
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