Sasol Ethyol 78 (Synthetic)

Sasol is a leading supplier of Ethylol 78 which is a reaction mass of Ethanol and Isopropyl alcohol, denatured with MEK and Bitrex. It is used as raw material for pesticides, photochemicals, material for printing inks and printing ink additives. Solvent for industrial use. Also used as an automotive screen wash additive. For documents specific to a region, please contact Sasol using the 'Request Document' button.

Chemical Name: Ethanol

CAS Number: 64-17-5

Synonyms: 1-Hydroxyethane, Alcohol, Anhydrol, C2H5OH, Ethyl Alcohol, Ethyl Hydrate, Ethyl Hydroxide, EtOH, Hydroxyethane, Methylcarbinol

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Chemical Name
CAS No.
64-17-5
EC No.
200-578-6

Applications & Uses

Markets
Base Chemicals End Uses

Properties

Physical Form
Odor
Alcohol-like
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Iso-Propanolmin. 21mass %GC
MEK (In Ethanol)min. 1volume %GC
Colourmax. 10Pt-CoASTM D1209, ISO 6271, DIN EN 1557
Acidity (as Acetic Acid)max. 0.005mass %ASTM D1613
Ethanol72-78volume %GC
Watermax. 1mass %ASTM D1364
Ingredient Origin
Synthetic

Regulatory & Compliance

Storage & Handling

Storage and Handling

Precautions for safe handling

Advice on safe handling

  • Wear personal protective equipment.
  • Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Advice on protection against fire and explosion

  • Provide sufficient air exchange and/or exhaust in work rooms.
  • Take measures to prevent the build up of electrostatic charge.
  • Keep product and empty container away from heat and sources of ignition.
  • Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air.

Temperature class

  • T2

Fire-fighting class

  • B: Fires involving liquids or liquid containing substances. Also includes substances which become liquid at elevated temperatures.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Requirements for storage areas and containers

  • Keep tightly closed.
  • Store in original container.

Storage class (TRGS 510)

  • 3: Flammable liquids

Other data

  • Stable at normal ambient temperature and pressure.