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Ethanol (Grain Alcohol / Industrial Alcohol)

CAS: 64-17-5 Category: Solvents ⚠ DANGER
Also known as: Ethyl alcohol, Grain alcohol, Absolute ethanol, EtOH

Quick Facts

CAS Number64-17-5
Signal WordDANGER
GHS Hazard Classesflammable, harmful
NFPA RatingHealth: 0 / Flammability: 3 / Reactivity: 0
Common NamesEthyl alcohol, Grain alcohol, Absolute ethanol, EtOH
PubChem CID702

Hazard Summary

⚠ DANGER: Flammable alcohol used as disinfectant, solvent, and fuel. Flash point 13 C (55 F). Industrial ethanol is often denatured — see denatured alcohol SDS for additional hazards from denaturants.

GHS Hazard Pictograms

🔥 Flammable ⚠ Harmful/Irritant

Hazard Statements (H-codes)

H225 – Highly flammable liquid and vapour
H319 – Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary Statements (P-codes)

P210 – Keep away from heat/sparks
P264 – Wash hands after use
P305+P351+P338 – IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for 15 min

First Aid Measures (Section 4)

👁 Eye Contact
Flush with water for 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
🖐 Skin Contact
Wash with soap and water. Repeated contact causes drying.
🫁 Inhalation
Move to fresh air. CNS depressant at high concentrations.
🫦 Ingestion
Rinse mouth. Call Poison Control (1-800-222-1222) for industrial/denatured ethanol — may contain toxic denaturants.

Storage & Handling

🔒 Storage & Handling: Flammable storage cabinet. Away from ignition sources. Keep containers sealed.

PPE Requirements

Safety glasses
Nitrile gloves
Organic vapour respirator in enclosed spaces
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