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General Information
Version
11
Revision date
2025-12-20
Product name
Ethanol, 190 proof
Product Synonyms
Ethyl alcohol
CAS No.
64-17-5
Manufacturer Name
Fisher Scientific
Emergency telephone
1-800-234-7437, 001-800-227-6701, +32 14 57 52 11, 001-201-796-7100, +32 14 57 52 99, 001-800-424-9300, 001-703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
WHMIS 2015 Classification
Signal word
Danger Hazard Statements Highly flammable liquid and vapor Causes serious eye irritation
Prevention
Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground and bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment Do not breathe dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Use non-sparking tools Take action to prevent static discharges
Response
IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish
Storage
Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
and Hazardous Products Regulation (HPR), as amended (SOR/2022-272) Flammable liquids Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Label Elements
