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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS
Skin Contact: Prolonged or repeated contact may cause
SECTION I
defatting and drying of the skin.
PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Eye Contact: May cause irritation including stinging, tearing,
PRODUCT: Denatured Ethanol, Anhydrous and redness
(Prop Solv. #3) Effects of Repeated Overexposure: Long term repeated oral
This MSDS is valid for all grades and catalog exposure to ethanol may result in the development of
progressive liver injury with fibrosis. Overexposure to
#'s including 123PS3200 and 124003200
methanol may cause eye damage and liver or kidney injury.
Synonyms: Denatured Ethanol Anhydrous, Industrial Other Health Hazards: Repeated ingestion of ethanol by
Alcohol pregnant mothers has been shown to adversely affect the central
Formula: Mixture nervous system of the fetus, producing a collection of effects
Manufacturer: Pharmco Products Inc. which together constitute fetal alcohol syndrome.
58 Vale Road Medical Conditions Aggravated by Overexposure:
Brookfield, Connecticut 06804, USA Repeated exposure to ethanol may aggravate liver injury
produced from other causes. Skin contact may aggravate
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Emergency Contact: SECTION IV FIRST AID
Obtain medical attention for all cases of over-exposure.
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Swallowing: If patient is fully conscious, give two glasses of water. Induce
SECTION II vomiting. Obtain medical attention.
COMPOSITION /INFORMATION ON Skin: Wash skin with soap and water for at least 15 minutes
INGREDIENTS Inhalation: Remove to fresh air; Give artificial respiration if not breathing;
If breathing is difficult oxygen may be given by qualified personnel;
Exposure Limits
Obtain medical assistance is discomfort persists.
%vol Material CAS Eye Contact: Flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical
92.46 Ethanol 64-17-5 1000ppm TWA assistance.
Note to Physician: Symptoms vary with alcohol level of the blood. Mild
alcohol intoxication occurs at blood levels between 0.5-.15%.
200ppm TWA,
3.7 Methanol 67-56-1 Approximately 25% of individuals show signs of intoxication at these
OSHA/ACGIH;250pp
levels. Above .15% the person is definitely under the influence of ethanol;
m STEL
50-95% of individuals are clinically intoxicated at these levels. Severe
OSHA/ACGIH
poisoning occurs when the blood is ethanol level is 0.3- 0.5%. Above 0.5%
1.9 MIBK 108-10-1 50ppm the individual will be comatose and death can occur. The unabsorbed
PEL/OSHA; ethanol should be removed by gastric lavage after intubating the patient to
50ppm TLV prevent aspiration. Avoid the use of depressant drugs or the excessive
administration of fluids.
400ppm TWA
.97 Ethyl 141-78-6
SECTION V FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Acetate
Fire/Explosive Properties - For Pure 200 Proof Ethanol
100ppm TWA/OSHA
.97 Toluene 108-88-3
Flash Point: 58F (14C)Tag Closed Cup
150ppm STEL/OSHA
Flammable Limits in Air (for ethanol):
For pure ethanol: 3.3% - 19.0%
SECTION III Flammability Classification: 3 (NFPA)
HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION 1993 Emergency Response Guidebook: Guide 26 (for pure
Carcinogen Status: Established uses of denatured ethanol are ethanol)
not considered to pose a significant cancer hazard. 1996 North American Emergency Response Guidebook:
Poisonous: This product contains methanol. It can not be made Guide 127 (for pure ethanol)
non-poisonous. Ingestion of 60-200ml of methanol is a fatal Extinguishing Media: Apply alcohol-type or all-purpose foam
dose for most adults. Ingestion of 10ml may cause blindness. by manufacturer's recommended techniques for large fires. Use
Routes of Exposure: carbon dioxide or dry chemical media for small fires.
Swallowing: May cause dizziness, faintness, drowsiness Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Use water spray to cool fire-
decreased awareness or responsiveness, nausea, vomiting, exposed containers and structures; Use water spray to disperse
staggering gait, lack of coordination, blindness, coma and vapors - re-ignition is possible; Use self-contained breathing
death. apparatus and protective clothing.
Skin Absorption: Prolonged or widespread contact may result Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards:
in the absorption of potentially harmful amounts. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back.
Inhalation: High vapor concentration may cause burning Vapors may settle in low or confined spaces.
sensation in nose and throat and stinging and watering in the May produce a floating fire hazard.
eyes. At concentrations which cause irritation, dizziness, Static ignition hazard can result from handling and use.
faintness, drowsiness, nausea and vomiting may also occur.
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SECTION VI SECTION XII TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
SPILL/ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Proper Shipping Name: Alcohol, nos
Small spills can be flushed with large amounts of water. Hazard Class: 3
Large spills: Eliminate all ignition sources; ground all UN Number: 1987
equipment; do not walk through spill; stop spill if possible;
prevent entry into sewers, confined spaces, etc.; use a vapor IMO Information: Alcohols, NOS
suppressing foam to reduce vapors; absorb spill with non- Label of Class: 3
combustible matter and transfer to containers; use non- Packing Group II
sparking tools to collect absorbed material. Refer to Section Intermediate flashpoint group
11 for disposal information. SECTION XIII REGULATORY INFORMATION
Federal EPA
SECTION VII HANDLING AND STORAGE
Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation, and Liability
Flammable material - keep away from heat, sparks, and
Act of 1980 (CERCLA) requires notification of the National Response
flame; sudden releases of hot organic vapors or mists Center of release quantities of Hazardous Substances equal to or greater
from process equipment operating at elevated than the reportable quantities (RQs) in CFR. Components present in this
temperature may result in ignitions without the presence product at a level which could require reporting under this statute are:
Chemical CAS Number Upper Bound Conc. %
of obvious ignition sources.
MIBK 108-10-1 1.9
Avoid contact with eyes.
Methanol 67-56-1 3.7
Keep container closed. Acetaldehyde 75-07-0 .0010
Use with adequate ventilation. Toluene 108-88-3 .97
Ethyl Acetate 141-78-6 .97
Ground container when transferring product.
Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA) Title
Vapors may collect in containers; treat empty containers
III requires emergency planning based on threshold planning quantities
as hazardous. and release reporting based on reportable quantities in 40 CFR 355 (used
Wash thoroughly after handling for SARA 302, 304, 311, and 312). Components present in this product at a
Vapors may settle in low or confined areas level which could require reporting under this statute are: none.
Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA) Title
Danger - may cause blindness or death if swallowed
III requires submission of annual reports of release of toxic chemicals that
SECTION VIII EXPOSURE CONTROLS / appear in 40 CFR 372 (for SARA 313). This information must be included
PERSONAL PROTECTION in all MSDS's that are copied and distributed for this material. Components
present in this product at a level which could require reporting under the
Ventilation: Special, local ventilation is needed where
statute are:
vapors escape to the workplace air Methanol (67-56-1) upper bound concentration 3.7%
Respiratory Protection: Use self-contained breathing Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Status:
apparatus in high vapor concentration The ingredients of this product are on the TSCA inventory.
Personal Protective Equipment: gloves, lab coat or uniform,
State Right to Know
safety glasses, eye wash, safety shower
California Proposition 65: This product contains trace levels of
SECTION IX acetaldehyde known to the State of California to cause cancer. This
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES product contains toluene which the State of California has found to cause
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Appearance: clear, colorless liquid
Massachusetts: Hazardous substances and extraordinarily hazardous
Odor: characteristic substances must be identified. Components present which could require
Characteristics for 200 Proof Ethanol: reporting:
Vapor pressure @ 20C: 44.6mm Hg Extraordinarily Hazardous (=> 0.0001%): Acetaldehyde (CAS 75-07-0)
Vapor density: 1.6 (air =1) upper bound conc. .0010%
Hazardous (=>1%): Ethanol (CAS 64-17-5) upper bound conc. 92.46%
Boiling point @ 760mm Hg: 78.3 C (172.9F)
Methanol (CAS 67-56-1) upper bound conc. 3.7%
Freezing Point: < -114.1C (<-173.4F) Pennsylvania: Hazardous substances must be identified.
Solubility in Water: 100% @ 20C Hazardous (=>1%): Ethanol (CAS 64-17-5) upper bound conc. 92.46%
Density @ 15.56C (60F) 6.6lbs/gal Methanol (CAS 67-56-1) upper bound conc. 3.7%
Evaporation Rate: 3.0 (butyl acetate = 1)
California SCAQMD Rule 443.1 (VOC's)
Percent Volatiles: 100% A Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) is any volatile compound of carbon
Specific Gravity : .796 @ 15.56 excluding methane, carbon monoxide, carbonic acid, metallic carbides, or
SECTION X carbonates, ammonium carbonate, 1,1,1 tri-chloroethane, methylene
chloride, (FC-23), (CFC-113), (CFC-12), (CFC-11), (CFC-22), (CFC-
STABILITY/REACTIVITY INFORMATION
114) and (CFC-115).
Stability: Stable VOC 800g/l; vapor pressure 41.4 mm Hg @20C for pure 190 proof ethanol
Conditions to avoid: None known The information contained herein is based on data considered to be
Incompatibility/Materials to avoid: strong oxidizing agents; accurate. However, no warranty is expressed regarding the accuracy of
strong inorganic acids these data or the results to be obtained from the use thereof. It is the user's
obligation to determine the conditions of safe use of the product.
Hazardous Combustion/Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide and/or carbon dioxide
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
SECTION XI DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Vapors may collect in empty containers. Treat empty
containers as hazardous.
Dispose of spill-clean up and other wastes in accordance
with Federal, State, and local regulations.
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