Ethanol 190 Proof – Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

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Quick Facts

• Product Name: Ethanol, 190 Proof
• Type: Ethyl Alcohol Solution
• Supplier: Midwest Renewable Energy
• Address: 27532 US-30, Sutherland, NE 69165
• Phone: +1-308-386-2468
• Manufacturer Contact: +1-877-224-5641 (8 AM – 5 PM CST)
• Emergency Phone: CHEMTREC +1-800-424-9300 (USA) | +1-703-527-3887 (International)
• GHS Classification: Flammable Liquid – Category 2; Eye Irritant – Category 2; STOT SE – Category 2
• Signal Word: Danger
• NFPA Ratings: Health (2), Flammability (3), Reactivity (0)

Hazards & Safety

• Hazard Statements:
  
  • H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapor.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H371: May cause damage to organs.
• Precautionary Statements:
  
  • Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. No smoking.
  • Keep container tightly closed and grounded.
  • Use explosion-proof equipment and non-sparking tools.
  • Avoid breathing vapors or mist. Wash hands after handling.
  • Wear protective gloves, clothing, and eye protection.
  • If exposed or concerned: Seek medical attention immediately.
  • In case of fire: Use dry chemical, foam, or CO₂ to extinguish.
  • Store locked up in a cool, well-ventilated place.
  • Dispose of contents and container according to local regulations.
• California Prop 65: Not listed.

First Aid Measures

• Inhalation: Remove from exposure and move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
• Skin Contact: Wash with water. Obtain medical attention if redness or soreness occurs.
• Eye Contact: Rinse with water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and continue rinsing. Seek immediate medical attention.
• Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Get medical attention if symptoms develop.
• Note to Physicians: Treat symptomatically.

Fire & Explosion Data

• Flash Point: 12.8 °C (55 °F)
• Auto-Ignition Temperature: 362 °C (684 °F)
• Flammable Limits: 3.3–19.0% (v/v)
• Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide, or water spray.
• Combustibility: Highly flammable liquid and vapor; vapors may travel and ignite at distant points.
• Protective Gear: Firefighters should wear SCBA and full protective clothing.
• Hazardous Decomposition: May produce carbon oxides during combustion.

Handling & Storage

• Use explosion-proof equipment and proper grounding during transfer.
• Store in tightly sealed containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flame.
• Avoid inhalation of vapors and contact with eyes and skin.
• Do not eat, drink, or smoke while handling.
• Incompatible materials include strong oxidizers, alkali metals, and strong mineral acids.

Exposure & PPE

• Component: Ethanol (CAS 64-17-5)
• Exposure Limits:
  
  • NIOSH REL TWA: 1000 ppm (1900 mg/m³)
  • OSHA PEL TWA: 1000 ppm (1900 mg/m³)
• Eyes: Safety goggles or face shield.
• Skin: Nitrile or butyl rubber gloves.
• Respiratory: Use NIOSH-approved respirator in poorly ventilated areas.
• Clothing: Flame-retardant protective clothing and antistatic footwear.
• Ventilation: Local exhaust or explosion-proof mechanical ventilation recommended.

Physical & Chemical Properties

• Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
• Odor: Characteristic alcohol odor
• pH: Neutral
• Boiling Point: 78.2 °C (172.8 °F)
• Melting Point: –114 °C (–173 °F)
• Flash Point: 12.8 °C (55 °F)
• Auto-Ignition Temperature: 362 °C (684 °F)
• Density: 0.78 g/mL at 25 °C
• Vapor Pressure: 57 hPa at 20 °C
• Vapor Density: 1.6 (air = 1)
• Solubility: Fully miscible with water
• Viscosity: 1.17 mPa·s
• Flammability: Highly flammable liquid and vapor

Stability & Reactivity

• Stable under normal handling and storage conditions.
• Avoid heat, sparks, and open flame.
• Incompatible with strong acids, oxidizing agents, and alkali metals.
• Hazardous polymerization does not occur.
• Thermal decomposition may produce carbon oxides.

Toxicology & Ecology

• Acute Oral Toxicity (Ethanol): LD₅₀ (rat) 8,300 mg/kg
• Skin Irritation: Not irritating.
• Eye Irritation: Causes serious eye irritation.
• STOT – Single Exposure: May cause damage to organs.
• Carcinogenicity: Not listed by IARC, NTP, or OSHA.
• Reproductive Toxicity: No data available.
• Aquatic Toxicity: Not expected to be harmful; readily biodegradable.
• Bioaccumulation: Not expected to bioaccumulate.

Transport & Disposal

• UN Number: 1170
• Proper Shipping Name: Ethanol or Ethanol Solution
• Hazard Class: 3 – Flammable Liquid
• Packing Group: II
• Marine Pollutant: No
• Disposal: Dispose of in accordance with all local, state, and federal regulations. Do not incinerate closed containers. Empty containers may contain residues and should be handled with care.

Regulatory Status

• TSCA: Listed
• SARA 311/312: Fire Hazard, Acute and Chronic Health Hazard
• SARA 302/304: Not regulated
• SARA 313: None
• CERCLA: Not listed
• California Prop 65: No ingredients listed
• NFPA Ratings: Health (2), Flammability (3), Reactivity (0)