Ethanol, 5 l, plastic

This Ethanol solution, available in a 5-liter plastic container, is categorized under Solutions for Gram Staining. It has a Molecular Weight of 46.07 g/mol and belongs to the Alcohols substance group. In the workplace, it requires various safety measures such as no open flames, no smoking, and the use of safety goggles due to its flammability and potential to cause eye and skin irritation. The CAS Number for this ethanol solution is 64-17-5.

• 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]