SAFETY DATA SHEET
Alkaline Alcohol, 10% NH4OH in 85.5% Alcohol
1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Identifiers
Product Name:
Alkaline Alcohol, 10% NH4OH in 85.5% Alcohol
Other Names:
10% NH4OH in 85.5% Alcohol, Alkaline Alcohol (w/Ammonium Hydroxide)
Product Number(s):
10380, EMS10380
CAS Number:
Not available
Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use
Laboratory chemicals.
Company Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
Emergency Contact Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS02 flame
Flammable liquids - Category 2 H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
Substances and mixtures which, in contact with water,
emit flammable gases - Category 1 H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases, which may ignite spontaneously.
GHS08 health hazard
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) - Category 2
H371 May cause damage to the central nervous system and the visual organs.
GHS05 Corrosion
Skin corrosion/irritation - Category 1B H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Eye damage/irritation - Category 1 H318 Causes serious eye damage.
Flammable liquids - Category 2 H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
Substances and mixtures which, in contact with water,
emit flammable gases - Category 1 H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases, which may ignite spontaneously.
GHS08 health hazard
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) - Category 2
H371 May cause damage to the central nervous system and the visual organs.
GHS05 Corrosion
Skin corrosion/irritation - Category 1B H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Eye damage/irritation - Category 1 H318 Causes serious eye damage.
Label Elements
Signal Words
Danger
Hazard Statement(s)
Hazard-determining components of labelling:
ammonia (>2.5-≤10 %)
Methyl Alcohol (>2.5-≤10 %)
Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously.
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
May cause damage to the central nervous system and the visual organs.
ammonia (>2.5-≤10 %)
Methyl Alcohol (>2.5-≤10 %)
Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously.
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
May cause damage to the central nervous system and the visual organs.
Precautionary Statement(s)
Obtain special instruction before use.
Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking.
Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire.
Handle and store contents under inert gas. Protect from moisture.
Keep container tightly closed.
Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment.
Use only non-sparking tools.
Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
Do not breathe dusts or mists.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking.
Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire.
Handle and store contents under inert gas. Protect from moisture.
Keep container tightly closed.
Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment.
Use only non-sparking tools.
Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
Do not breathe dusts or mists.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Primary route(s) of entry
Inhalation (Primary)
Eye and Skin Contact
Ingestion
Eye and Skin Contact
Ingestion
Human Health
Inhalation:
Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
Ingestion:
Rinse mouth. DO NOT induce vomiting. If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
Eyes:
Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/Doctor.
Skin:
(or hair) Remove/take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
Environment
In case of fire: Use CO₂, sand, extinguishing powder for extinction.
Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container.
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
Store locked up.
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container.
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
Store locked up.
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Name
CAS No.
Content (w/w)
Classification
Ethyl alcohol
64-17-5
>50-≤100%
Not Available
ammonia
1336-21-6
>2.5-≤10%
Not Available
Methyl Alcohol
67-56-1
>2.5-≤10%
Not Available
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Ingestion
Drink plenty of water and provide fresh air. Call for a doctor immediately.
Inhalation
Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Consult doctor if symptoms persist.
In case of unconsciousness place patient stably in side position for transportation.
In case of unconsciousness place patient stably in side position for transportation.
Skin Contact
Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly.
Eye Contact
Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.
Other Information
General information:
Immediately remove any clothing soiled by the product.
Symptoms of poisoning may even occur after several hours; therefore medical observation for at least 48 hours after the accident.
Immediately remove any clothing soiled by the product.
Symptoms of poisoning may even occur after several hours; therefore medical observation for at least 48 hours after the accident.
5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing equipment
CO₂, powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam.
HAZCHEM
For safety reasons unsuitable extinguishing agents: Water.
Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.
Environmental precautions
Inform respective authorities in case of seepage into water course or sewage system.
Dilute with plenty of water.
Do not allow to enter sewers/surface or ground water.
Dilute with plenty of water.
Do not allow to enter sewers/surface or ground water.
Methods and materials for containment and clean up
Absorb with liquid-binding material (sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust).
Use neutralising agent.
Dispose contaminated material as waste according to item 13.
Ensure adequate ventilation.
Do not flush with water or aqueous cleansing agents.
Use neutralising agent.
Dispose contaminated material as waste according to item 13.
Ensure adequate ventilation.
Do not flush with water or aqueous cleansing agents.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling
Ensure good ventilation/exhaustion at the workplace.
Prevent formation of aerosols.
Keep ignition sources away - Do not smoke.
Protect from heat.
Protect against electrostatic charges.
Prevent formation of aerosols.
Keep ignition sources away - Do not smoke.
Protect from heat.
Protect against electrostatic charges.
Conditions for safe storage
Keep container tightly sealed.
Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed receptacles.
Protect from heat and direct sunlight.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Standards
Material
TWA ppm
TWA mg/m3
STEL ppm
STEL mg/m3
Ethyl alcohol
1000ppm
1880 mg/m³
Methyl Alcohol
200ppm
262mg/m³
250ppm
328mg/m³
Engineering controls
Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed.
Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing.
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work.
Avoid contact with the eyes.
Avoid contact with the eyes and skin.
Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing.
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work.
Avoid contact with the eyes.
Avoid contact with the eyes and skin.
Personal protective equipment
Eye and face protection
Tightly sealed goggles.
Skin protection
Protective gloves
The glove material has to be impermeable and resistant to the product/ the substance/ the preparation.
Due to missing tests no recommendation to the glove material can be given for the product/ the preparation/ the chemical mixture.
Selection of the glove material on consideration of the penetration times, rates of diffusion and the degradation
· Material of gloves
The selection of the suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks of quality and varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. As the product is a preparation of several substances, the resistance of the glove material can not be calculated in advance and has therefore to be checked prior to the application.
· Penetration time of glove material
The exact break through time has to be found out by the manufacturer of the protective gloves and has to be observed.
The glove material has to be impermeable and resistant to the product/ the substance/ the preparation.
Due to missing tests no recommendation to the glove material can be given for the product/ the preparation/ the chemical mixture.
Selection of the glove material on consideration of the penetration times, rates of diffusion and the degradation
· Material of gloves
The selection of the suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks of quality and varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. As the product is a preparation of several substances, the resistance of the glove material can not be calculated in advance and has therefore to be checked prior to the application.
· Penetration time of glove material
The exact break through time has to be found out by the manufacturer of the protective gloves and has to be observed.
Body protection
Wear protective clothing.
Respiratory protection
In case of brief exposure or low pollution use respiratory filter device. In case of intensive or longer exposure use self-contained respiratory protective device.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
General information
Appearance
Clear liquid
Odour
Ammonia-like
pH
8
Vapour Pressure
59hPa
Density
0.80945 g/cm³ at 20 °C
Boiling Point
78°C
Melting Point
Undetermined
Solubility
Fully miscible
Specific Gravity of Density
Not available
Flash Point
16.6°C
Flammable (Explosive) Limits
Lower: 3.5 Vol%
Upper: 15 Vol%
Upper: 15 Vol%
Ignition Temperature
425°C
Formula
Solvent content:
· Organic solvents: 85.5 %
· Water: 4.5 %
· VOC (EC) 85.50 %
· Solids content: 0.0 %
· Organic solvents: 85.5 %
· Water: 4.5 %
· VOC (EC) 85.50 %
· Solids content: 0.0 %
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity
No further relevant information available.
Chemical stability
No decomposition if used according to specifications.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
Contact with water releases flammable gases.
Conditions to avoid
No further relevant information available.
Incompatible materials
No further relevant information available.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute effects
64-17-5 Ethyl alcohol
Oral LD50 7,060 mg/kg (rat)
Inhalative LC50/4 h 20,000 mg/l (rat)
Oral LD50 7,060 mg/kg (rat)
Inhalative LC50/4 h 20,000 mg/l (rat)
Eye contact
Causes severe eye damage.
Strong caustic effect.
Strong irritant with the danger of severe eye injury.
Strong caustic effect.
Strong irritant with the danger of severe eye injury.
Skin contact
Causes severe skin burns.
Strong caustic effect on skin and mucous membranes.
Strong caustic effect on skin and mucous membranes.
Ingestion
Swallowing will lead to a strong caustic effect on mouth and throat and to the danger of perforation of oesophagus and stomach.
Inhalation
Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met
Toxicity and irritation
Germ cell mutagenicity Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.
· Carcinogenicity Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.
· Reproductive toxicity Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.
· STOT-single exposure May cause damage to the central nervous system and the visual organs.
· STOT-repeated exposure Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.
· Aspiration hazard Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.
· Carcinogenicity Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.
· Reproductive toxicity Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.
· STOT-single exposure May cause damage to the central nervous system and the visual organs.
· STOT-repeated exposure Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.
· Aspiration hazard Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
Toxic for fish.
Persistence and degradability
No further relevant information available.
Bioaccumulative potential
No further relevant information available.
Other adverse effects
Water hazard class 2: hazardous for water
Do not allow product to reach ground water, water course or sewage system.
Must not reach sewage water or drainage ditch undiluted or unneutralised.
Danger to drinking water if even small quantities leak into the ground.
Also poisonous for fish and plankton in water bodies.
Toxic for aquatic organisms.
Do not allow product to reach ground water, water course or sewage system.
Must not reach sewage water or drainage ditch undiluted or unneutralised.
Danger to drinking water if even small quantities leak into the ground.
Also poisonous for fish and plankton in water bodies.
Toxic for aquatic organisms.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
General information
· Waste treatment methods
· Recommendation
Must not be disposed together with household garbage. Do not allow product to reach sewage system.
· Uncleaned packaging:
· Recommendation: Disposal must be made according to official regulations.
· Recommended cleansing agents: Water, if necessary together with cleansing agents
· Recommendation
Must not be disposed together with household garbage. Do not allow product to reach sewage system.
· Uncleaned packaging:
· Recommendation: Disposal must be made according to official regulations.
· Recommended cleansing agents: Water, if necessary together with cleansing agents
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADG label required
HAZCHEM
For safety reasons unsuitable extinguishing agents: Water.
UN Number
UN2924
Proper shipping name
· UN proper shipping name
· ADG 2924 FLAMMABLE LIQUID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S. (ETHANOL (ETHYL ALCOHOL), METHANOL)
· IMDG FLAMMABLE LIQUID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S. (ETHANOL ( E T H Y L A L C O H O L ) , M E T H A N O L ) , M A R I N E
POLLUTANT
· IATA FLAMMABLE LIQUID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S. (ETHANOL, METHANOL)
· ADG 2924 FLAMMABLE LIQUID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S. (ETHANOL (ETHYL ALCOHOL), METHANOL)
· IMDG FLAMMABLE LIQUID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S. (ETHANOL ( E T H Y L A L C O H O L ) , M E T H A N O L ) , M A R I N E
POLLUTANT
· IATA FLAMMABLE LIQUID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S. (ETHANOL, METHANOL)
Transport hazard class
Class 3 Flammable liquids Label 3
Packing group
II
Environmental hazard
Yes (DOT)
Symbol (fish and tree)
Symbol (fish and tree)
Special precautions for users
Warning: flammable liquids.
Hazard identification number (Kemler code): 33
EMS Number: F-E,S-D
Stowage Category: A
Hazard identification number (Kemler code): 33
EMS Number: F-E,S-D
Stowage Category: A
Additional information
Transport/Additional information:
· ADG
Limited quantities (LQ) 1L
Excepted quantities (EQ) Code: E2
Maximum net quantity per inner packaging: 30 mL
Maximum net quantity per outer packaging: 500 mL
· Transport category 2
· Tunnel restriction code D/E
· IMDG
Limited quantities (LQ) 1L
Excepted quantities (EQ) Code: E2
Maximum net quantity per inner packaging: 30 mL
Maximum net quantity per outer packaging: 500 mL
UN "Model Regulation": UN 2924 FLAMMABLE LIQUID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S. (ETHANOL (ETHYL ALCOHOL), METHANOL), 3, II
· ADG
Limited quantities (LQ) 1L
Excepted quantities (EQ) Code: E2
Maximum net quantity per inner packaging: 30 mL
Maximum net quantity per outer packaging: 500 mL
· Transport category 2
· Tunnel restriction code D/E
· IMDG
Limited quantities (LQ) 1L
Excepted quantities (EQ) Code: E2
Maximum net quantity per inner packaging: 30 mL
Maximum net quantity per outer packaging: 500 mL
UN "Model Regulation": UN 2924 FLAMMABLE LIQUID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S. (ETHANOL (ETHYL ALCOHOL), METHANOL), 3, II
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Poisons Schedule Number
1336-21-6 ammonia S5, S6
67-56-1 Methyl Alcohol S5, S6
67-56-1 Methyl Alcohol S5, S6
Other Information
A Chemical Safety Assessment has not been carried out.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
SDS preparation date
19 March 2026
Comments
Abbreviations and acronyms:
ADR: Accord relatif au transport international des marchandises dangereuses par route (European Agreement Concerning the International
Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road)
IMDG: International Maritime Code for Dangerous Goods
IATA: International Air Transport Association
EINECS: European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances
ELINCS: European List of Notified Chemical Substances
CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service (division of the American Chemical Society)
VOC: Volatile Organic Compounds (USA, EU)
LC50: Lethal concentration, 50 percent
LD50: Lethal dose, 50 percent
PBT: Persistent, Bioaccumulative and Toxic
SVHC: Substances of Very High Concern
vPvB: very Persistent and very Bioaccumulative
Flammable liquids - Category 2: Flammable liquids - Category 2
Substances and mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases - Category 1: Substances and mixtures which in contact with
water emit flammable gases - Category 1
Skin corrosion/irritation - Category 1B: Skin corrosion/irritation - Category 1B
Eye damage/irritation - Category 1: Serious eye damage/eye irritation - Category 1
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) - Category 2: Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) - Category 2
ADR: Accord relatif au transport international des marchandises dangereuses par route (European Agreement Concerning the International
Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road)
IMDG: International Maritime Code for Dangerous Goods
IATA: International Air Transport Association
EINECS: European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances
ELINCS: European List of Notified Chemical Substances
CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service (division of the American Chemical Society)
VOC: Volatile Organic Compounds (USA, EU)
LC50: Lethal concentration, 50 percent
LD50: Lethal dose, 50 percent
PBT: Persistent, Bioaccumulative and Toxic
SVHC: Substances of Very High Concern
vPvB: very Persistent and very Bioaccumulative
Flammable liquids - Category 2: Flammable liquids - Category 2
Substances and mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases - Category 1: Substances and mixtures which in contact with
water emit flammable gases - Category 1
Skin corrosion/irritation - Category 1B: Skin corrosion/irritation - Category 1B
Eye damage/irritation - Category 1: Serious eye damage/eye irritation - Category 1
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) - Category 2: Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) - Category 2
References
EMS SDS Alkaline Alcohol (w/Ammonium Hydroxide) 16.01.2025 https://www.emsdiasum.com/docs/technical/msds/10380.pdf
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