This Ethanol solution, available in a 25-liter plastic container, is categorized under Solutions for Gram Staining within Life Science, specifically Microbiology, Microbiological Staining. It has a CAS Number of 64-17-5. With a Molecular Weight of 46.07 g/mol, it falls under the substance group Alcohols. In the workplace, it requires various safety measures such as no open flames, no unauthorized personnel, caution against inflammability, and use of safety goggles due to its flammable nature and potential for causing eye and skin 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]