SAFETY DATA SHEET
Acetone: Alcohol, 1:1 Solution
1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Identifiers
Product Name:
Acetone: Alcohol, 1:1 Solution
Other Names:
Not available.
Product Number(s):
26105-5A, 26108-07, EMS26105-5A
CAS Number:
Not available
Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use
Laboratory chemicals
Company Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
Emergency Contact Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS02 Flame
Flam. Liq. 2 H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
Water-react. 1 H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously.
GHS08 Health hazard
Carc. 1A H350 May cause cancer.
GHS07
Eye Irritation 2A H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
STOT SE 3 H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
Flam. Liq. 2 H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
Water-react. 1 H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously.
GHS08 Health hazard
Carc. 1A H350 May cause cancer.
GHS07
Eye Irritation 2A H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
STOT SE 3 H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
Label Elements
Signal Words
Danger
Hazard Statement(s)
Hazard-determining components of labelling:
Ethyl alcohol
Acetone, Reagent Grade
Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously.
Causes serious eye irritation.
May cause cancer.
May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
Ethyl alcohol
Acetone, Reagent Grade
Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously.
Causes serious eye irritation.
May cause cancer.
May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
Precautionary Statement(s)
Obtain special instructions before use.
Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking.
Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire.
Handle and store contents under inert gas. Protect from moisture.
Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment.
Use only non-sparking tools.
Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking.
Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire.
Handle and store contents under inert gas. Protect from moisture.
Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment.
Use only non-sparking tools.
Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Primary route(s) of entry
Not available.
Human Health
Inhalation:
Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
Ingestion:
Not available.
Eyes:
Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. If eye irritation persists: get medical advice/attention.
Skin:
(or hair) Remove/take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages.
Environment
In case of fire: Use CO₂, sand, extinguishing powder for extinction.
Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container.
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
Store locked up.
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container.
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
Store locked up.
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Name
CAS No.
Content (w/w)
Classification
Acetone, Reagent Grade
67-64-1
>25-≤50%
Mixtures
Ethyl alcohol
64-17-5
>25-≤50%
Mixtures
Methyl Alcohol
67-56-1
≤2.5%
Mixtures
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Ingestion
If symptoms persist consult doctor.
Inhalation
Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Consult doctor if symptoms persist.
In case of unconsciousness place patient stably in side position for transportation.
In case of unconsciousness place patient stably in side position for transportation.
Skin Contact
Generally the product does not irritate the skin.
Eye Contact
Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. If symptoms persist, consult a doctor.
Other Information
Symptoms of poisoning may even occur after several hours; therefore medical observation for at least 48 hours after the accident.
5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing equipment
CO₂, powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam.
HAZCHEM
For safety reasons unsuitable extinguishing agents: Water.
Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.
Environmental precautions
Dilute with plenty of water.
Do not allow to enter sewers/surface or ground water.
Do not allow to enter sewers/surface or ground water.
Methods and materials for containment and clean up
Absorb with liquid-binding material (sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust).
Dispose contaminated material as waste according to item 13.
Ensure adequate ventilation.
Do not flush with water or aqueous cleansing agents.
Dispose contaminated material as waste according to item 13.
Ensure adequate ventilation.
Do not flush with water or aqueous cleansing agents.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling
Ensure good ventilation/exhaustion at the workplace.
Open and handle receptacle with care.
Prevent formation of aerosols.
Keep ignition sources away - Do not smoke.
Protect from heat.
Protect against electrostatic charges.
Keep respiratory protective device available.
Open and handle receptacle with care.
Prevent formation of aerosols.
Keep ignition sources away - Do not smoke.
Protect from heat.
Protect against electrostatic charges.
Keep respiratory protective device available.
Conditions for safe storage
Keep container tightly sealed.
Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed receptacles.
Protect from heat and direct sunlight.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Standards
Material
TWA ppm
TWA mg/m3
STEL ppm
STEL mg/m3
Acetone, Reagent Grade
500ppm
1185mg/m³
1000ppm
2375mg/m³
Ethyl alcohol
1000ppm
1880mg/m³
Methyl Alcohol
200ppm
262mg/m³
250ppm
328mg/m³
Engineering controls
Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed.
Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing.
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work.
Store protective clothing separately.
Avoid contact with the eyes.
Avoid contact with the eyes and skin.
Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing.
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work.
Store protective clothing separately.
Avoid contact with the eyes.
Avoid contact with the eyes and skin.
Personal protective equipment
Eye and face protection
Tightly sealed goggles.
Skin protection
Wear protective gloves. The glove material has to be impermeable and resistant to the product/the substance/the preparation. Selection of the glove material on consideration of the penetration times, rates of diffusion and the degradation. The exact break through time has to be found out by the manufacturer of the protective gloves and has to be observed.
Body protection
Wear protective clothing.
Respiratory protection
In case of brief exposure or low pollution use respiratory filter device. In case of intensive or longer exposure use self-contained respiratory protective device.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
General information
Appearance
Clear liquid
Odour
Alcohol-like
pH
6.5-9.5
Vapour Pressure
233hPa
Density
0.79g/cm³
Boiling Point
60°C
Melting Point
Undetermined.
Solubility
Fully miscible.
Specific Gravity of Density
Not available.
Flash Point
-5°C
Flammable (Explosive) Limits
Lower: 2.6 Vol%
Upper: 15 Vol%
Upper: 15 Vol%
Ignition Temperature
425°C
Formula
Not available.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity
No further relevant information available.
Chemical stability
No decomposition if used according to specifications.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
Contact with water releases flammable gases.
Conditions to avoid
No further relevant information available.
Incompatible materials
No further relevant information available.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute effects
67-64-1 Acetone, Reagent Grade
Oral LD50 5800 mg/kg (rat)
Dermal LD50 20000 mg/kg (rabbit)
67-56-1 Methyl Alcohol
Oral LD50 5628 mg/kg (rat)
Dermal LD50 15800 mg/kg (rabbit)
Oral LD50 5800 mg/kg (rat)
Dermal LD50 20000 mg/kg (rabbit)
67-56-1 Methyl Alcohol
Oral LD50 5628 mg/kg (rat)
Dermal LD50 15800 mg/kg (rabbit)
Eye contact
Irritating effect.
Skin contact
No irritating effect.
Ingestion
Not available.
Inhalation
No sensitising effects known.
Toxicity and irritation
Harmful
Irritant
Carcinogenic
Irritant
Carcinogenic
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
No further relevant information available.
Persistence and degradability
No further relevant information available.
Bioaccumulative potential
No further relevant information available.
Other adverse effects
Water hazard class 2: hazardous for water.
Do not allow product to reach ground water, water course or sewage system.
Danger to drinking water if even small quantities leak into the ground.
Do not allow product to reach ground water, water course or sewage system.
Danger to drinking water if even small quantities leak into the ground.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
General information
Must not be disposed together with household garbage. Do not allow product to reach sewage system.
Disposal must be made according to official regulations.
Recommended cleansing agents: Water, if necessary together with cleansing agents.
Disposal must be made according to official regulations.
Recommended cleansing agents: Water, if necessary together with cleansing agents.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADG label required
HAZCHEM
For safety reasons unsuitable extinguishing agents: Water.
UN Number
UN1993
Proper shipping name
1993 FLAMMABLE LIQUID, N.O.S. (ACETONE, ETHANOL (ETHYL ALCOHOL))
Transport hazard class
Class 3 Flammable liquids.
Packing group
II
Environmental hazard
Nor applicable.
Special precautions for users
Warning: Flammable liquids.
Hazard identification number (Kemler code): 339
EMS Number: F-E,S-E
Stowage Category: B
Hazard identification number (Kemler code): 339
EMS Number: F-E,S-E
Stowage Category: B
Additional information
Limited quantities (LQ) 1L
Excepted quantities (EQ) Code: E2
Maximum net quantity per inner packaging: 30mL
Maximum net quantity per outer packaging: 500mL
Transport category: 2
Tunnel restriction code: D/E
Excepted quantities (EQ) Code: E2
Maximum net quantity per inner packaging: 30mL
Maximum net quantity per outer packaging: 500mL
Transport category: 2
Tunnel restriction code: D/E
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Poisons Schedule Number
67-64-1 Acetone, Reagent Grade S5
67-56-1 Methyl Alcohol S5, S6
67-56-1 Methyl Alcohol S5, S6
Other Information
Workers are not allowed to be exposed to the hazardous carcinogenic materials contained in this preparation. Exceptions can be made by the authorities in certain cases.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
SDS preparation date
17 February 2023
Comments
This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.
This Safety Data Sheet (SDS) has been prepared in compliance with the Preparation of Safety Data Sheets for Hazardous Chemicals Code of Practice February 2016. It is the user's responsibility to determine the suitability of this information for adoption of necessary safety precautions. The information published in this SDS has been compiled from the publications listed in Section 16: to the best of our ability and knowledge these publications are considered accurate. We reserve the right to revise Safety Data Sheets as new information becomes available. Copies may be made for non-profit use.