Denatured Ethanol, Anhydrous

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Carcinogen Status: Established uses of denatured ethanol are not considered to pose a significant cancer hazard. Poisonous: This product contains methanol. It can not be made non-poisonous. Ingestion of 60-200ml of methanol is a fatal dose for most adults. Ingestion of 10ml may cause blindness.

Principle Routes of Exposure

Swallowing: May cause dizziness, faintness, drowsiness decreased awareness or responsiveness, nausea, vomiting, staggering gait, lack of coordination, blindness, coma and death. Skin Absorption: Prolonged or widespread contact may result in the absorption of potentially harmful amounts. Inhalation: High vapor concentration may cause burning sensation in nose and throat and stinging and watering in the MSDS 03200, Revision 2.0 / Revision Date 12/18/01 JC eyes. At concentrations which cause irritation, dizziness, faintness, drowsiness, nausea and vomiting may also occur. Skin Contact: Prolonged or repeated contact may cause defatting and drying of the skin. Eye Contact: May cause irritation including stinging, tearing, and redness Effects of Repeated Overexposure: Long term repeated oral exposure to ethanol may result in the development of progressive liver injury with fibrosis. Overexposure to methanol may cause eye damage and liver or kidney injury. Other Health Hazards: Repeated ingestion of ethanol by pregnant mothers has been shown to adversely affect the central nervous system of the fetus, producing a collection of effects which together constitute fetal alcohol syndrome.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

Overexposure Repeated exposure to ethanol may aggravate liver injury produced from other causes. Skin contact may aggravate dermatitis. SECTION IV FIRST AID Obtain medical attention for all cases of over-exposure. Swallowing: If patient is fully conscious, give two glasses of water. Induce vomiting. Obtain medical attention.