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Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Catalog Numbers: 260
Product Identity: ACID ALCOHOL, STRONG
Manufacturer's Name: RICCA CHEMICAL COMPANY
Address: 448 WEST FORK DR
ARLINGTON TX 76012
Telephone Number: 817-461-5601
Emergency Contact: Chemtrec庐 800-424-9300
Date Prepared: 1999-8-16
Revision Number: 3
Revision Date: 9/13/2001
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Section 2. Composition/Information on Ingredients
Component: Ethyl Alcohol (Ethanol) -- CAS# 64-17-5
Concentration: 90-91
ACGIH TLV: 1000 ppm; 1880 mg/m3
OSHA PEL: 1000 ppm; 1900 mg/m3
Component: Methanol (Methyl Alcohol) -- CAS# 67-56-1
Concentration: 4-5
ACGIH TLV: 200ppm; 262mg/m3
OSHA PEL: 200ppm; 260mg/m3
Component: Hydrochloric Acid -- CAS# 7647-01-0
Concentration: 4.9-5.1
ACGIH TLV: C 5ppm; C 7.5mg/m3
OSHA PEL: C 5ppm; C 7mg/m3
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Section 3. Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview: Flammable liquid. Primarily toxic by ingestion. If
ingested, give large quantity of water. Vomiting may occur
spontaneously. Do not induce. Call a physician. Contact may cause
dryness and cracking of the skin. May cause irritation to the eyes. Wash
areas of contact with plenty
of water. May cause irritation of the respiratory system. Mildly
corrosive.
Target Organs: eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system,
liver, pancreas.
Inhalation: Inhalation of vapors irritates the respiratory tract. May
cause coughing, dizziness and headache. Exposure to high concentrations
can cause depression of the central nervous system with symptoms of
sleepiness and lack of concentration.
Eye Contact: May cause irritation with burning and stinging with
possible damage to the cornea and conjunctiva.
Skin Contact: Results in drying and cracking which can lead to secondary
infections and dermatitis. Dermal absorption causes many of the symptoms
of inhalation.
Ingestion: Symptoms can include sleep disorders, hallucinations,
distorted perceptions, ataxia, motor function changes, convulsions and
tremors, coma, headaches, pulmonary changes, alteration of gastric
secretions.
Chronic Effects/Carcinogenicity: None
IARC: Hydrochloric Acid is unclassifiable as to carcinogenicity to
humans.
NTP: No.
OSHA: No.
Teratology(Birth Defect) Information: Mutation data cited in 'Registry
of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances' for Methanol (Methyl
Alcohol).Mutation data cited in 'Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical
Substances' for Ethyl Alcohol (Ethanol).Mutation data cited in 'Registry
of Toxic Effects of
Chemical Substances' for Hydrochloric Acid.
Reproductive Information: Mutation data cited in 'Registry of Toxic
Effects of Chemical Substances' for Methanol (Methyl Alcohol).
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Section 4. First Aid Measures -- In all cases, seek qualified evaluation
Eye Contact: Irrigate immediately with large quantity of water for at
least 15 minutes. Call a physician if irritation develops.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Give artificial respiration if
necessary. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Skin Contact: Flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Call a
physician if irritation develops.
Ingestion: Dilute immediately with water or milk. Induce vomiting. Call
a physician.
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Section5. Fire Fighting Measures
Flammable Properties:
Flash Point: Approximately 23.5掳C
Method Used: CC
Flammable Limits:
LFL: 3.3%
UFL: 19%
Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, alcohol foam, or
carbon dioxide for extinguishing the surrounding fire. Water spray can
be used to dilute spills to non-flammable mixtures.
Fire & Explosion Hazards: Vapors can flow along surfaces to distant
ignition source and flashback. Use water spray to blanket fire, cool
fire exposed containers, and to flush non-ignited spills or vapors away
from fire.
Fire Fighting Instructions: Poisonous gases are produced in fire.
Continue to cool containers with water after fire is extinguished. For
larger fires, use unmanned hose apparatus, if possible. Consider down
wind conditions. Do not release runoff from fire-fighting measures to
sewers or waterways.
Fire Fighting Equipment: Wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-
approved self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated
in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.
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Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Remove all sources of ignition. Contain spill. Do not flush to sewer.
Absorb with suitable inert material (vermiculite, dry sand, etc) and
place in a chemical waste container for proper disposal in an approved
waste disposal facility. Ventilate area of spill. Have extinguishing
agent available in
case of fire. Use non-sparking tools and equipment. Dispose of in
accordance with local regulations.
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Section 7. Handling and Storage
As with all chemicals, wash hands thoroughly after handling. Avoid
contact with eyes and skin. Protect from freezing and physical damage.
Store in secure, flammable storage area away from all sources of
ignition. Empty containers may be hazardous since they retain product
residues.
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Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls: A system of local and/or general exhaust is
recommended to keep employee exposures below the Airborne Exposure
Limit.
Respiratory Protection: Normal room ventilation is adequate. If the
exposure limit is exceeded, a full facepiece respirator with organic
vapor cartridge may be worn.
Skin Protection: Chemical resistant gloves.
Eye Protection: Safety glasses or goggles.
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Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
Odor: Characteristic alcohol
Solubility in Water: Inifinite
Specific Gravity: Approximately 0.8
pH: Not Available.
Boiling Point(潞C): Approximately 82
Melting Point(潞C): Approximately -110
Vapor Pressure: Not Applicable.
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Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
Chemical Stabitlity: Stable under normal conditions of use and storage.
Incompatibility: Oxidizers, platinum, Sodium, Potassium Dioxide, Bromine
Pentafluoride, Acetyl Bromide, Acetyl Chloride, heat, sparks, open
flame.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Acrid and irritating fumes, including
toxic oxides of carbon, when heated to decomposition.
Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur.
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Section 11. Toxicological Information
LD50, Oral, Rat: (Methanol) 5628 mg/kg, (Hydrochloric Acid) 900 mg/kg,
details of toxic effects not reported other than lethal dose value,
(Ethanol) 7060 mg/kg, respiration changes noted.
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Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicological Information: Ethanol has moderate chronic toxicity to
aquatic life.
Chemical Fate Information: This material is not expected to
significantly bioaccumulate. Ethanol is slightly persistent in water,
with a half-life of between 2 to 20 days.
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Section 13. Disposal Conciderations
Do not flush to sewer. Absorb with suitable inert material (vermiculite,
dry sand, earth) and place in a chemical waste container for proper
disposal in an approved waste disposal facility for incineration in a
chemical incinerator equipped with scrubber and afterburner. Ventilate
area of spill.
Have extinguishing agent available in case of fire. Eliminate all
sources of ignition. Use non-sparking tools and equipment. Always
dispose of in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.
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Section 14. Transport Information (Not meant to be all inclusive)
D.O.T. Shipping Name: Flammable Liquid, Corrosive, n.o.s., (Contains:
Ethanol and Hydrochloric Acid)
D.O.T. Hazard Class: 3
U.N. / N.A. Number: UN2924
Packing Group: II
D.O.T. Label :Flammable(3), Corrosive(8)
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Section 15. Regulatory Information (Not meant to be all inclusive -
selected regulation represented)
OSHA Status: These items meet the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29
CFR 1910.1200) definition of a hazardous material.
TSCA Status: All components of this solution are listed on the TSCA
Inventory or are mixtures (hydrates) of items listed on the TSCA
Inventory.
Cercla Reportable Quantity: Methanol (Methyl Alcohol) - 5,000 pounds.
Hydrochloric Acid - 5,000 pounds.
Sara Title III:
Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances: No.
Section 311/312 Hazardous Catagories: Acute, Chronic, Fire: Yes;
Pressure, Reactivity: No
Section 313 Toxic Chemicals: 1.0% DiMinimis concentration.
RCRA Status: 67-56-1(Methanol (Methyl Alcohol))
California: None reported.
Florida: Methanol (Methyl Alcohol) is listed on Florida's Toxic
Substances List. Ethyl Alcohol (Ethanol) is listed on Florida's Toxic
Substances List. Hydrochloric Acid is listed on Florida's Toxic
Substances List.
Pennsylvania: Methanol (Methyl Alcohol) is listed as an Environmental
Hazard on the state's Hazardous Substances List. Ethyl Alcohol (Ethanol)
is listed as a Basic Hazard on the state's Hazardous Substances List.
Hydrochloric Acid is listed as an Environmental Hazard on the state's
Hazardous Subs
tances List.
WHMIS Information (Canada): B-2: Flammable and Combustible Material. E:
Corrosive Material
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Section 16. Other Information
NFPA Ratings--
Health: 2
Flammability: 3
Reactivity: 0
Special Notice Key: None
HMIS Ratings--
Health: 2
Flammability: 3
Reactivity: 0
Protective Equipment: B (Protective Eyeware, Gloves)
Rev 1, 12-10-99: (Section 1) Revised emergency telephone number to
CHEMTREC庐 800-424-9300.
Rev 2, 4-6-2000: Reformatted from WordPerfect庐 to Microsoft Word庐.
Rev 3, 10-09-2001: Reformatted to electronic data format.
When handled properly by qualified personnel, the product described
herein does not present a significant health or safety hazard.
Alteration of its characteristics by concentration, evaporation,
addition of other substances, or other means may present hazards not
specifically addressed herein an
d which must be evaluated by the user. The information furnished herein
is believed to be accurate and represents the best data currently
available to us. No warranty, expressed or implied, is made and RICCA
CHEMICAL COMPANY assumes no legal responsibility or liability whatsoever
resulting from i
ts use.
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