ETHANOL, molecular grade, >99.8%, 250 ml bot.
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ETHANOL, molecular grade, >99.8%
Definition
Absolute, pure alcohol used in molecular biology, for DNA/RNA purification (PCR, reverse transcriptase PCR, sequencing, ...)
Pure ethyl alcohol (ethanol) has been used in the following process:
- DNA and RNA extraction
- array hybridization
- ethanol sedimentation assay
Suitable for use in the precipitation of nucleic acids
Synonym
Ethanol absolute (200 Proof)
Specifications
- CAS n°: 64-17-5
- Formula: C2H6O (C2H5OH)
- Molecular weight: 46.07 g/mol
- Liquid reagent, colourless
- Quality: molecular biology grade
- Concentration: absolute, at least >99.8%, 200 proof
- Suitable for DNA and RNA extraction
- 200proof, non-denatured absolute ethanol (100%)
- Molecular biology grade product, tested for the RNase and DNase
Packaging & Labelling
250 ml glass or plastic bottle.
Other volumes are available. Check with your laboratory referent in case of need
Transport Dangerous Goods
- UN1170
- Class: 3
- Packing group: II
- Proper shipping name: Ethanol
Instructions for use
Check the import conditions of products containing alcohol
Storage
- In a hermetically sealed container, upright, on the bottom shelves
- No expiry date
Waste management
Substance with hazardous characteristics. Please contact your watsan referent for advice on proper disposal.
Detailed hazard and precautionary information can be found in the safety data sheet (SDS).
Classification EC Regulation N° 1272/2008
Check specific information as can be variable between manufacturer:
- Flammable liquids: Category 2, H225
- Eye irritation: Category 2, H319
Signal Word
Danger
| H225 | Highly flammable liquid and vapour |
| H319 | Causes serious eye irritation |
| P210 | Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking. |
| P233 | Keep container tightly closed. |
| P240 | Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. |
| P241 | Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/.../ equipment. |
| P242 | Use only non-sparking tools. |
| P305 + P351 + P338 | IF IN EYES: rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. If the victim wears contact lenses, remove them if possible. Keep rinsing |
MSF requirements
Non-denaturated ethanol
Validated by OCA laboratory referent Diana Gomez (August 2025)