SAFETY DATA SHEET

TRADE NAME: ETHANOL

SYNONYMS: GRAIN ALCOHOL 190-PROOF ALCOHOL

PRODUCT NAME: OFFICE EQUIPMENT AND WHITEBOARD CLEANER

 Material Safety Data Sheet
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Common Name Ethyl Alcohol

Supplier Parrot Products (Pty)Ltd.

22 Cleveland Road
Cleveland
Johannesburg
Republic of South Africa
tel: +2711 607 7600

Synonym Ethanol, Grain Alcohol, 190-Proof Alcohol

Trade name Ethyl Alcohol

Material Uses Office Equipment and Whiteboard cleaner

In case of emergency call: +2711 607 7600

Section 2. Composition and Information on Ingredients

Name CAS # % by Weight Exposure Limits
3
1) Ethanol 64-17-5 98 TWA: 1880 (mg/m ) from ACGIH (TLV) [United States]
TWA: 1000 (ppm) from OSHA (PEL) [United States]
2) Conditioner 2 TWA: 1900 (ppm) from OSHA (PEL) [United States]
TWA: 1900 (mg/m 3) from OSHA (PEL) [United States]
TWA: 260 STEL: 250 (ppm) from ACGIH (TLV) [United
States] [1996]
TWA: 200 STEL: 250 from OSHA (PEL) [United States]
[1994]
TWA: 200 STEL: 250 (ppm) from NOISH [United States]
[1992]

Section 3. Hazards Identification

Physical State and Liquid.
Appearance

Emergency Overview FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOR. MAY CAUSE EYE IRRITATION. CAUSES SKIN IRRITATION.

Routes of Entry Absorbed through skin. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.

Potential Acute Health Effects

Eyes Hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant).

Skin Sensitization of the product: Not available.

Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant). Skin inflammation is characterized by itching, scaling, reddening,
or, occasionally, blistering.
Inhalation Slightly hazardous in case of inhalation.

Ingestion Hazardous in case of ingestion.

Potential Chronic Health CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified A4 (Not classifiable for human or animal.) by ACGIH [ETHANOL].
Effects MUTAGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS : Classified PROVEN for human [ETHANOL].

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See Toxicological Information (section 11)
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Eye Contact
Skin contact (slight)
Skin contact (hazardous)
Ingestion (slight)
Inhalation (hazardous)
Ingestion (slight)
Ingestion (hazardous)
Notes to Physician
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
Flammability of the Product
Auto-ignition Temperature
Flash Points
Flammable Limits
Products of Combustion
Fire Hazards in Presence of
Various Substances
Explosion Hazards in Presence Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
of Various Substances
Fire Fighting Media
and Instructions
Protective Clothing (Fire)
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EYE CONTACT: can irritate the eyes and cause blurred vision and/or blindness.
SKIN CONTACT: may cause dryness and cracking of the skin.
INHALATION: can irritate nose, mouth and throat causing coughing and wheezing. Exposure to high
concentrations can cause headache, nausea, vomiting, dizziness and death.
INGESTION: A latency period of 12-18 hours, symptoms include initial inebration, headache, weakness,
fatigue, leg cramps, nausea, vomiting, diahrea, violent abdominal pain, back pain, leg pain, delirium
progressing rapidly to coma; dimness of vision with dilated pupils reacting poorly if at all to light, bilateral
blindness (usually permanent). Breathing is rapid and shallow.
Check for and remove any contact lenses. IMMEDIATELY flush eyes with running water for at least 15
minutes, keeping eyelids open. COLD water may be used. DO NOT use an eye ointment. Seek medical
attention.
After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. Gently and thoroughly wash the contaminated
skin with running water and non-abrasive soap. Be particularly careful to clean folds, crevices, creases and
groin. COLD water may be used. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. If irritation persists, seek medical
attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing.
Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek immediate
medical attention.
Allow the victim to rest in a well ventilated area. Seek immediate medical attention.
Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or
waistband. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation. WARNING: It may be hazardous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation when the inhaled material is toxic, infectious or corrosive. Seek immediate medical attention.
DO NOT induce vomiting. Examine the lips and mouth to ascertain whether the tissues are damaged, a
possible indication that the toxic material was ingested; the absence of such signs, however, is not conclusive.
Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If the victim is not breathing, perform
mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Seek immediate medical attention.
No additional information.
Support respiratory and cardiovascular function.
Flammable.
The lowest known value is 363°C (685.4°F) (Ethanol).
The lowest known value is CLOSED CUP: 12.8°C (54°F). OPEN CUP: 16.111°C (61°F). (Cleveland).
The greatest known range is LOWER: 6% UPPER: 36.5%
These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2).
Highly flammable in presence of combustible materials.
Flammable in presence of open flames and sparks, of heat.
Slightly flammable in presence of oxidizing materials.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
No specific information is available in our database regarding the product's risks of explosion in the presence
of various materials.
Flammable liquid, soluble or dispersed in water.
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemicals, CO2, alcohol foam or water spray.
LARGE FIRE: Use alcohol foam, water spray or fog. Cool containing vessels with water jet in order to
prevent pressure build-up, autoignition or explosion.
Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
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Special Remarks on Fire Containers should be grounded. (Ethanol)

Hazards

Special Remarks on Explosion No additional remark.

Hazards

Section 6. Accidental Release Measures

Small Spill and Leak
Large Spill and Leak
Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert DRY material and place in an appropriate waste
disposal container.
Flammable liquid.
Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Stop leak if without risk. Absorb with DRY earth,
sand or other non-combustible material. DO NOT touch spilled material. Prevent entry into sewers,
basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Eliminate all sources of ignition. Be careful that the product is
not present at a concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities.

Section 7. Handling and Storage

Handling Keep locked up.. Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Ground all equipment
containing material. Do not ingest. Do not breathe gas/fumes/ vapor/spray. Wear suitable protective
clothing. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the label. Avoid contact
with skin and eyes. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents.
Storage Flammable materials should be stored in a separate safety storage cabinet or room. Keep away from heat.
Keep away from sources of ignition. Keep container tightly closed. Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place.
Ground all equipment containing material. A refrigerated room would be preferable for materials with a flash
point lower than 37.8°C (100°F).

Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Engineering Controls Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below
their respective threshold limit value. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to the
work-station location.

Personal Protection
Eyes Splash goggles.

Body Lab coat.

Respiratory Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator
when ventilation is inadequate.
Hands Gloves.

Feet Not applicable.

Protective Clothing
(Pictograms)

Personal Protection in Case of Splash goggles. Full suit. Boots. Gloves. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a
a Large Spill specialist BEFORE handling this product.

Product Name Exposure Limits

1) Ethanol TWA: 1880 (mg/m 3) from ACGIH (TLV) [United States]
TWA: 1000 (ppm) from OSHA (PEL) [United States]
TWA: 1900 (ppm) from OSHA (PEL) [United States]
TWA: 1900 (mg/m 3) from OSHA (PEL) [United States]

Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.

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Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties

Physical State and Appearance Liquid. Odor Not available.

Molecular Weight Not applicable. Taste Not available.

Color Clear, colourless.

Molecular Formula Not applicable.

pH (1% Soln/Water) Neutral.

Boiling/Condensation Point Weighted average: 78.3°C (173°F)

Melting/Freezing Point May start to solidify at -97.8°C (-144°F) based on data for: Methanol. Weighted average: -113.28°C
(-171.9°F)
Critical Temperature The lowest known value is 240°C (464°F)

Specific Gravity Weighted average: 0.816 @ 15.6°C (60°F) (H2O = 1)

Vapor Pressure Weighted average: 43. mm of Hg (@

20°C)

Vapor Density The highest known value is 1.6 (Air = 1) (Ethanol). Weighted average: 1.58 (Air = 1)

Odor Threshold The highest known value is 180 ppm (Ethanol) Weighted average: 176 ppm

Evaporation Rate The highest known value is 2.4 (Ethanol). Weighted average: 2.38 [Butyl acetate.]

VOC 100 (%)

LogKow Not available.

Ionicity (in Water) Not available.

Dispersion Properties
See solubility in water, methanol, diethyl ether.
Solubility Easily soluble in cold water, hot water, methanol, diethyl ether.

Physical Chemical Comments Not available.

Section 10. Stability and Reactivity

Stability and Reactivity The product is stable.

Conditions of Instability Keep away from heat, open flames, and sparks

Incompatibility with Various Reactive with oxidizing agents.

Substances
Hazardous Decomposition Carbon Dioxide(CO2; Carbon monoxide (CO)
Products

Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur.

Section 11. Toxicological Information

Chronic Effects on Humans CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified A4 (Not classifiable for human or animal.) by ACGIH [ Ethanol ].

DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY
The substance is toxic to the nervous system. : PROVEN [Ethanol ]

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Other Toxic Effects on Very hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant).

Humans Hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant).
Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator), of ingestion, of inhalation.

Special Remarks on Toxicity to No additional remark.

Animals

Special Remarks on Chronic 0040 Passes through the placental barrier.

Effects on Humans May be fatal or cause blindness if swallowed.

Special Remarks on Other Moderately toxic and narcotic in high concentrations. Experimentaly tumorigen. (Ethanol)
Toxic Effects on Humans

Section 12. Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity AQUATIC TOXICITY: LC50 = 13000 mg/l/96 hr [Trout].(Ethanol).
LC50 = 15300 mg/l/96 hr [Fathead minnow].(Ethanol).

BOD5 and COD BOD = 37 - 86 % in 5 days (theoretical).

Biodegradable/OECD Not available.

Mobility Not available.

Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products
may arise.
Toxicity of the Products of The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.
Biodegradation

Special Remarks on the Formaldehyde and Acetic acid are products of Biodegradation.
Products of Biodegradation BIOCONCENTRATION: There is no indication of bioconcentration in fish as a result of Ethanol's low log P
value (log P = -0.31). (Ethanol)

Section 13. Disposal Considerations

Waste Information Whatever cannot be saved for recovery or recycling should be handled as hazardous waste and sent to an
approved incinerator or disposed of in an approved waste facility.
Waste Stream Not available.
Consult your local or regional authorities.

Section 14. Transport Information

DOT Classification DOT CLASS 3: Flammable liquid.

ETHYL ALCOHOL

UN1170

II

Marine Pollutant Flammable liquid n.o.s (Ethanol).

Hazardous Substances Not available.

Reportable Quantity

Special Provisions for No additional remark.

Transport
TDG Classification TDG CLASS 3: Flammable liquid.

ADR/RID Classification ADR CLASS: Flammable liquid A. Flammable liquid with a flash point lower than 21°C (70°F).

IMO/IMDG Classification IMDG CLASS 3: Flammable liquid.

ICAO/IATA Classification IATA CLASS 3: Flammable liquid.

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Section 15. Regulatory Information

HCS Classification

U.S. Federal Regulations

International Regulations
WHMIS (Canada) WHMIS CLASS B-2: Flammable liquid with a flash point lower than 37.8°C (100°F).
WHMIS CLASS D-1A: Material causing immediate and serious toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
WHMIS CLASS D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
WHMIS CLASS D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (TOXIC).

CEPA DSL :

Product(s): Ethanol
EINECS

DSCL (EEC) R11- Highly flammable.

R18- In use, may form flammable/explosive vapor-air mixture.
R38- Irritating to skin.

State Regulations

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Section 16. Other Information

Label Requirements

Hazardous Material Health * 2 National Fire

Fire Hazard
Information System Flammability 3 Protection Association 3
(U.S.A.) (U.S.A.) Health
2 0 Reactivity
Reactivity 0
Specific Hazard
Personal Protection j

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Other Special No additional remark.

Considerations

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