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Product Name: Nitroglycerin Ethanol Solution (contains up to 10% Nitroglycerin)
Synonyms: Glyceryl trinitrate in ethanol
Use: Laboratory chemical, pharmaceutical applications, manufacturing explosives
Manufacturer: Refer to supplier documentation for specific contact details
Emergency Contact: National Poison Control Center, local emergency services
CAS Number: Nitroglycerin: 55-63-0, Ethanol: 64-17-5
Hazard Classification: Flammable liquid (Category 2), Acute toxicity – oral, dermal, inhalation (Category 2); Explosive (Division 1.1), Health hazard (target organ toxicity, Category 2)
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard Statements: Causes severe headache and dizziness, toxic if swallowed, highly flammable, risk of explosion by shock, friction, fire or other sources of ignition
Pictograms: Flame, Skull and Crossbones, Exploding Bomb, Health Hazard
Precautionary Statements: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves, clothing, and eye protection.
Chemical Name: Nitroglycerin
Concentration: ≤10%
CAS Number (Nitroglycerin): 55-63-0
Chemical Name: Ethanol
Concentration: Balance (≥90%)
CAS Number (Ethanol): 64-17-5
Impurities: Trace stabilizers, water
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, keep at rest. Seek immediate medical attention if feeling unwell.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with large amounts of water. Seek medical care if symptoms appear.
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing, seek medical help.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get immediate medical attention.
Most Important Symptoms: Severe headache, dizziness, hypotension, tachycardia, nausea
Notes for Doctor: Treat symptomatically. Watch for signs of shock or cardiac complications.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use carbon dioxide, dry chemical, or alcohol-resistant foam. Do not use water jet.
Specific Fire Hazards: Extremely flammable; vapors may cause flash fire. Explosion hazard due to the presence of nitroglycerin.
Special Protective Equipment: Positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective clothing
Firefighting Procedures: Evacuate area. Fight fire from maximum distance or use unmanned hose holders. Cool closed containers exposed to fire with water spray.
Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, toxic fumes
Other Information: Containers may explode when heated.
Personal Precautions: Evacuate unnecessary personnel. Eliminate ignition sources. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Ventilate area.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe. Avoid contamination of drains, watercourses, and soil.
Cleanup Procedures: Use non-sparking tools. Absorb spill with inert material such as sand or vermiculite. Place in appropriate explosion-proof waste container. Dispose of as hazardous waste in accordance with all local, state, and national regulations.
Special Instructions: Report large spills to emergency response authorities.
Handling: Use only in well-ventilated areas. Avoid impact, friction, and vigorous shaking. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Do not smoke near chemical. Handle in compliance with local explosive regulations. Wear recommended PPE.
Storage: Store locked up in a cool, dry, well-ventilated explosion-proof area. Keep container tightly closed. Store in original container away from incompatibles such as acids, bases, oxidizers, and reducing agents. Protect from sunlight and temperature extremes. Maintain inventory control, and keep amounts as small as possible.
Incompatibilities: Strong bases, strong acids, reducing agents, oxidizing agents, metals, and amines
Occupational Exposure Limits (OELs): Nitroglycerin OSHA TWA: 0.2 ppm (skin), Ethanol OSHA TWA: 1000 ppm
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation to minimize exposure. Use explosion-proof electrical equipment.
Personal Protective Equipment: Nitrile or neoprene gloves, safety goggles, chemical-resistant clothing, and footwear. Use respiratory protection where exposure limits are exceeded or strong odors exist.
Hygiene Measures: Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink, smoke, or use tobacco products in work area.
Monitoring: Airborne exposure monitoring may be necessary. Regular health surveillance for those routinely handling.
Appearance: Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Characteristic, slightly sweet
Odor Threshold: Detectable at low concentrations
pH: Not applicable
Melting Point/Freezing Point: Below –20°C
Boiling Point/Range: 78°C (ethanol)
Flash Point: 13°C (ethanol)
Evaporation Rate: Rapid
Flammability: Extremely flammable
Explosive Limits: Nitroglycerin: high sensitivity to impact and friction
Vapor Pressure: 44 mmHg at 20°C (ethanol)
Vapor Density: 1.59 (air = 1)
Relative Density: ~0.94 (H2O = 1)
Solubility in Water: Miscible
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not established
Auto-ignition Temperature: ~425°C (ethanol)
Decomposition Temperature: Not established
Viscosity: Low
Chemical Stability: Unstable under shock, friction, or light; otherwise stable under recommended storage conditions
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, sparks, open flames, physical shock, or static discharge
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong bases, oxidizing/reducing agents, metals, amines
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, toxic fumes
Polymerization: Will not occur under normal conditions
Reactivity: Highly reactive and can decompose explosively under improper conditions
Acute Toxicity: Nitroglycerin LD50 (oral, rat): 105 mg/kg; Ethanol LD50 (oral, rat): 7,060 mg/kg
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion
Symptoms: Severe headache, nausea, drop in blood pressure, dizziness, potential loss of consciousness; repeated exposure may lead to tolerance and sudden withdrawal headaches
Chronic Effects: Headaches, anemia, developmental or reproductive toxicity (rare); withdrawal may cause severe migraine; heart sensitivity
Carcinogenicity/Mutagenicity: Nitroglycerin not classified as a carcinogen by IARC or NTP; ethanol is classified by IARC (Group 1) for alcoholic beverage consumption, not industrial use
Sensitization: Can cause allergic skin reactions
Other Effects: Prolonged absorption may cause anemia, methemoglobinemia, cardiac arrhythmias
Ecotoxicity: Toxic to aquatic organisms at low concentrations; nitroglycerin LC50 (fish, 96h): 1.5 mg/L
Persistence and Degradability: Nitroglycerin degrades slowly in soil; ethanol is readily biodegradable
Bioaccumulative Potential: Nitroglycerin has moderate bioaccumulation potential
Mobility in Soil: Likely to leach into the groundwater if released; moves rapidly through the soil
Other Adverse Effects: Possible longer-term ecosystem disruption in case of large spill
Product Disposal: Dispose of only at permitted hazardous waste disposal facilities. Follow federal, state, and local regulations. Do not attempt to neutralize or treat explosives waste yourself.
Container Disposal: Triple rinse containers, then puncture and dispose of in a manner consistent with local legislation.
Additional Notes: Do not pour unused material down drains or release to the environment. Empty containers can contain explosive residues.
UN Number: UN3064
Proper Shipping Name: Nitro-glycerine solution (not more than 30 percent nitroglycerin, by mass), containing not less than 1% alcohol, by mass
Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable Liquids), 1.1 (Explosives if over 10%)
Packing Group: I
Labels Required: Flammable Liquid, Explosive
Special Precautions: Keep away from sparks, heat, and open flames; transport in accordance with national and international regulations; movement of this material may require government notification and special clearances
Marine Pollutant: Yes
U.S. Regulations: CERCLA, EPCRA, SARA Title III, TSCA; Subject to DEA regulations as a controlled substance precursor
EU Regulations: REACH registration required, Seveso Directive applies
Canada Regulations: WHMIS Classification: Class B2 (Flammable), Class A (Explosive)
Other International Regulations: Listed in applicable chemical inventories; transport and use subject to national explosives laws and safety standards
Safety, Health, and Environmental Regulations: Must comply with workplace exposure limits, chemical safety reporting, and hazardous waste disposal directives
