Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
General Information
Revision date
2017-11-05
Product name
85% Ethanol
Product Synonyms
Ethanol Undenatured Ethanol
CAS No.
64-17-5
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Histology, Cytology & Laboratory Reagent Labtech Service & Supplies
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Company Information
company name
Labtech Service & Supplies
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
admin@labtech.com.au
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H225, H319
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H225
Highly Flammable liquid and vapour
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
This material is hazardous according to health criteria of Safe Work Australia.
Signal word
Danger
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Flammable Liquids – Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Irritation – Category 2A
Hazard statements
H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Prevention
P102 Keep out of reach of children P103 Read label before use P210 Keep away from all sources of ignition - No smoking P233 Keep container tightly closed P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment P241 Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating, lighting and all other equipment P242 Use only non-sparking tools P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge P264 Wash hands, face and all exposed skin thoroughly after handling P280 Wear protective clothing, gloves, eye/face protection and suitable respirator
Response
P101 If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand P303+361+353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do – continue rinsing P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
Storage
P403+235 Store in a well ventilated place. Keep cool
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations Poisons Schedule (Aust): Not applicable
Classifications
Classified as Dangerous Goods by the criteria of the “Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road & Rail” and the “New Zealand NZS5433: Transport of Dangerous Goods on Land”. Class: 3 Flammable Liquid