Ethanol absolute, also known as anhydrous ethanol, is a clear, colorless liquid with a faint odor. It is a type of ethanol that has had all of the water removed. Ethanol absolute is used in a variety of applications, including:
- As a solvent in the pharmaceutical and chemical industries
- As a fuel in ethanol fuel cells
- As a denaturant in alcoholic beverages
- As a preservative in cosmetics and food products
Ethanol absolute is a relatively safe chemical, but it can be harmful if inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed through the skin. It can also cause eye irritation and burns.
Here are some safety precautions to take when working with ethanol absolute:
- Wear gloves, eye protection, and a lab coat when working with ethanol absolute.
- Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
- If contact with skin or eyes occurs, flush with water for at least 15 minutes.
- Do not ingest ethanol absolute.
- Keep ethanol absolute away from heat and flames.
- Store ethanol absolute in a cool, dark place.
If you have any questions about the safety of ethanol absolute, you should consult the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS). The MSDS can be found on the manufacturer’s website or from a local chemical supplier.
Here are some additional information about ethanol absolute:
- Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
- Odor: Faint odor
- Boiling point: 78.3°C
- Density: 0.789 g/cm³
- Flash point: 12.8°C
- Vapor pressure: 40.4 hPa at 20°C
- Hazards: Flammable, harmful if inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed through the skin
- Uses: Solvent, fuel, denaturant, preservative
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