Appropriate labeling of rubbing alcohol containers
Updated: May 12, 2023
There are some examples of alcohol for disinfection that are not properly labeled as dangerous goods containers.
Check the label below for rubbing alcohol containers
1 Labeling of containers with a maximum volume exceeding 500 milliliters
Check the indications such as "Hazardous substance name", "Hazard class 2", "Chemical name", "Water solubility", "Quantity", and "No fire" on the outside of the container.
2 Labeling of containers with a maximum volume of 500 milliliters or less
Check the markings on the outside of the container, such as "Common name of dangerous goods", "Quantity", "No fire or other sign with the same meaning as "No fire".
Common names for hazardous materials include "ethanol" and "ethanol for disinfection," and other indications that have the same meaning as "Keep away from fire" are "Do not use near fire" and "Keep away from fire." Please" is displayed.
Inquiries about this page
Inagi City Fire Department Headquarters Prevention Division
2111 Higashi Naganuma, Inagi City, Tokyo (Inagi Fire Station)
Phone: 042-377-7119 Fax: 042-377-0119