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Ethanol

C2H6O

ethanol

CAS64-17-5

Danger

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Identification

CAS Number: 64-17-5
EC Number: 200-578-6
UN Number: 1170
Index Number: 603-002-00-5
PubChem CID: 702

Physical-chemical properties

Molecular Formula: C2H6O
Molar Mass: 46.07 g/mol
IUPAC Name: ethanol
Synonyms: ethanol, ethyl alcohol, alcohol, 64-17-5, grain alcohol, Methylcarbinol, Ethyl hydroxide, Ethyl hydrate, Tecsol, Algrain, Anhydrol, EtOH, Hydroxyethane, Alkohol, Jaysol S, Potato alcohol, Absolute ethanol, 1-Hydroxyethane, Ethanol 200 proof, Aethylalkohol

Chemical Identifiers

InChI: InChI=1S/C2H6O/c1-2-3/h3H,2H2,1H3
InChI Key: LFQSCWFLJHTTHZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Overview

Ethanol (CAS: 64-17-5) is a chemical compound widely used in industry. The molecular formula is C2H6O. The molar mass is 46.07 g/mol.

Safety & Classification

Danger

Classification:

Flam. Liq. 2

GHS Pictograms

Flame

GHS02

Flammable. May ignite on contact with air, water, or heat sources.

HHazard Statements (H-Statements)

Describe the nature and severity of the hazard

H225

Highly flammable liquid and vapour.

Classification according to CLP Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008. The complete list of hazard and precautionary statements can be found in the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

First Aid Measures

Transport (ADR)

UN Number	1170
ADR Class	3
Packing Group	II
ADR Labels	3
Tunnel Code	D/E
Proper Shipping Name	ETHANOL (ETHYLALKOHOL) oder ETHANOL, LÖSUNG (ETHYLALKOHOL, LÖSUNG)
Marine Pollutant	No

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ethanol?

Ethanol (CAS 64-17-5) is a chemical substance with the formula C2H6O used in various industrial applications.

What are the properties of Ethanol?

Ethanol has a molar mass of 46.07 g/mol. It is classified as Flam. Liq. 2. See the technical data above for more details.

How to store Ethanol safely?

Ethanol should be stored according to the Safety Data Sheet instructions. Follow the GHS labeling and keep the substance in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place.

Is Ethanol dangerous?

Ethanol carries the signal word "Danger". 1 GHS pictograms apply. Always follow the safety instructions in the data sheet.

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