Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
7732-18-5
Name of the chemical
Water, distilled, conductivity or of similar purity H2O
Concentration
0-30%
General Information
Revision date
2013-09-16
Product name
Absolute Ethanol 100%
Product Synonyms
Not Available
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
General industrial solvent
Emergency telephone
61 2 8536 6200, 61 2 8536 6250
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
LOMB SCIENTIFIC PTY LTD
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
Australia: Not classified as Hazardous according to criteria of National Occupational Health & Safety Commission, Australia (NOHSC). Classified as Dangerous Goods according to the Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail. (7th edition) New Zealand: Classified as Hazardous according to the Hazardous Substances
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Regulations 2001, New Zealand Classified as Dangerous Goods for transport according to the New Zealand Standard NZS 5433:2012 Transport of Dangerous Goods on Land.
HSNO Classifications
3.1B - Substance that is flammable liquid: High hazard. 6.4A - Substance that is irritating to the eye.
Hazard statements
H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. Precautionary statement codes - Prevention: P103 Read label before use. P104 Read Safety Data Sheet before use. P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/... P242 Use only non-sparking tools. P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P264 Wash contaminated skin thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Precautionary statement codes - Response: GENERAL P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P370+P378 In case of fire: Use carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam, water fog or water mist. for extinction. EYE 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. Precautionary statement codes - Storage: P403+P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Precautionary statement codes - Disposal: P501 In the case of a substance that is in compliance with a HSNO approval other than a Part 6A (Group Standards) approval, a label must provide a description of one or more appropriate and achievable methods for the disposal of a substance in accordance with the
Hazardous Ingredients
Disposal) Regulations 2001. This may also include any method of disposal that must be avoided. See Section 13 for disposal details.
Potential chronic health
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause defatting leading to dermatitis. Long term exposure by swallowing or repeated inhalation may cause degenerative changes in the liver, kidney, gastrointestinal tract and heart muscle. Inhalation Inhalation of product vapours may cause irritation of the nose, throat and respiratory system. If vapours are formed inhalation may cause CNS depression with symptoms similar to those seen if product is swallowed. Ingestion Ingestion of this product may irritate the gastric tract causing nausea and vomiting. Ingestion may cause CNS depression with symptoms including drowsiness, dizziness, fatigue, confusion and possible unconsciousness. Skin May be irritating to skin. The symptoms may include redness, itching and swelling. Eye May be irritating to eyes. The symptoms may include redness, itching and tearing.