Specially Denatured Alcohol 40B, 200 Proof UN Name

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

This product is unfit for beverage purposes. Do not take internally. Carcinogen Status: Established uses of denatured ethanol are not considered to pose a significant cancer hazard.

Principle Routes of Exposure

Swallowing: May cause dizziness, faintness, drowsiness decreased awareness or responsiveness, nausea, vomiting, staggering gait, lack of coordination, coma and death. Skin Absorption: No harmful effects with normal skin. Prolonged or widespread contact with significantly damaged skin 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 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. 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.