The product is Ethanol, a reference substance for gas chromatography (GC), categorized under Reference Substances for GC within the broader Natural & Reference Materials, Phytochemicals, and Reference substances HPLC/TLC/GC sections. It has a molecular formula of C2H6O, a Molecular Weight of 46.07 g/mol, and a CAS Number of 64-17-5. In the workplace, it requires various safety measures, including the use of safety goggles, no open flames or smoking, and no admittance for unauthorized persons due to its flammability and potential for causing skin and eye irritation.

• CAS Number: 64-17-5
• Molecular Formula: C2H6O
• Molecular Weight: 46.07
• Exact Mass: 46.041864811
• Boiling Point: 173.3 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
• Melting Point: -173.4 °F (NTP, 1992)
• Vapour Density: 1.59 (NTP, 1992) - Heavier than air; will sink (Relative to Air)
• GHS Signal Word: Danger
• Hazard Statements:
• H225: Highly Flammable liquid and vapor [Danger Flammable liquids]
• H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
• H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]