Ethanol 200 Proof, Carbon Chemistry – Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

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Quick Facts

• Product Name: Ethanol 200 Proof
• Synonyms: Ethyl Alcohol, Pure Alcohol
• CAS Number: 64-17-5
• Type: Solvent, Fuel Additive, Food Additive, Cosmetic Ingredient, Beverage Component
• Supplier: Carbon Chemistry Ltd.
• Address: 34501 E Quincy Ave Bldg 28, Watkins, CO 80137
• Phone: +1 (888) 446-8421
• Emergency Phone: CHEMTREC CCN832309 (800-424-9300, 24-hour)
• GHS Classification:
  • Flammable Liquid – Category 2
  • Eye Irritation – Category 2A
• Signal Word: Danger
• NFPA Ratings: Health (1), Flammability (3), Physical Hazard (0)

Hazards & Safety

• Hazard Statements:
  
  • H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapor.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
• Precautionary Statements:
  
  • Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames, and other ignition sources – no smoking.
  • Keep container tightly closed.
  • Ground and bond containers and receiving equipment.
  • Use explosion-proof equipment and non-sparking tools.
  • Take precautions to prevent static discharge.
  • Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
  • Wear protective gloves, clothing, and eye protection.
  • Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
  • Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, regional, and federal regulations.
• California Prop 65: Not listed.

First Aid Measures

• Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air. If breathing becomes difficult, administer oxygen. Seek medical attention.
• Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and launder before reuse.
• Eye Contact: Rinse with water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
• Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.
• Note to Physicians: Treat symptoms and reduce overexposure.

Fire & Explosion Data

• Flash Point: 13 °C (55 °F)
• Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not applicable
• Extinguishing Media: Dry powder, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, or CO₂. Do not use water jet.
• Specific Hazards: Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air.
• Protective Gear: Firefighters should wear full protective equipment and SCBA.
• Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides.

Handling & Storage

• Use polyethylene, lined steel, or stainless steel containers.
• Keep away from heat, sparks, flames, and incompatible materials.
• Ground and bond containers and use explosion-proof equipment.
• Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area with bungs in the upright position.
• Keep containers tightly closed when not in use.

Exposure & PPE

• Component: Ethanol (CAS 64-17-5)
• Exposure Limits:
  • ACGIH TWA: 1000 ppm
  • OSHA PEL: 1000 ppm (1900 mg/m³)
• Eyes: Safety glasses.
• Skin: Protective gloves and clothing.
• Respiratory: Use NIOSH-approved respirator when ventilation is inadequate.
• Body: Lab coat or overalls as needed.

Physical & Chemical Properties

• Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
• Odor: Agreeable
• pH: 7.3
• Boiling Point: 77.7 °C (172 °F)
• Flash Point: 13 °C (55 °F)
• Solubility: Miscible in water
• Density: 0.785 g/mL at 20 °C
• Viscosity: 1.2 mPa·s @ 20 °C
• Flammability: Highly flammable liquid and vapor

Stability & Reactivity

• Stable under normal storage and handling conditions.
• Avoid heat, flames, and sparks.
• Incompatible with oxidizers, alkali metals, and peroxides.
• Decomposition may release carbon oxides.
• Hazardous polymerization will not occur.

Toxicology & Ecology

• Acute Toxicity:
  LD₅₀ (oral, rat): 10,470 mg/kg
• LD₅₀ (dermal, rabbit): 15,800 mg/kg
• LC₅₀ (inhalation, rat): 30,000 mg/L (4h)
• Irritation: May cause eye irritation.
• Carcinogenicity: Not listed by OSHA, IARC, or NTP.
• Mutagenicity: No data available.
• Reproductive Toxicity: No evidence of reproductive hazard.
• Aquatic Toxicity: LC₅₀ (fish, 96h) = 14,200 mg/L | EC₅₀ (algae, 72h) = 275 mg/L.
• Persistence: Readily biodegradable.
• Bioaccumulation: Not expected.

Transport & Disposal

• UN Number: 1170
• Proper Shipping Name: Ethanol
• Hazard Class: 3 – Flammable Liquid
• Packing Group: II
• Marine Pollutant: No
• ERG Number: 127
• Disposal: Burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber. Avoid dispersal into drains or waterways. Dispose in compliance with local and federal regulations.

Regulatory Status

• TSCA: Listed
• SARA 311/312: Acute Health Hazard; Fire Hazard
• SARA 302/313: Not regulated
• CERCLA RQ: None
• California Prop 65: Not listed
• NFPA Ratings: Health (1), Flammability (3), Physical Hazard (0)