6 Science Surgical Spirit BP 5L
6 Science Surgical Spirit BP 5L

Surgical Spirits

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Surgical Spirit (commonly used in the UK and similar to Rubbing Alcohol in other regions):

 

Surgical Spirit is a clear, colourless, highly flammable liquid with a characteristic strong odour. It is typically a mixture of ethanol (about 90–95%) with small amounts of methanol, methyl salicylate, castor oil, and sometimes diethyl phthalate. It is widely used as a topical antiseptic, skin cleanser, and disinfectant. In medical and household contexts, surgical spirit is applied externally and is not intended for ingestion.

Uses:

  • Antiseptic: Cleansing of skin prior to injections, minor surgery, or medical procedures.

  • Disinfectant: Used to clean surfaces and medical instruments.

  • Skin hardener: Helps prevent bedsores by toughening the skin.

  • Household: Cleaning agent and general disinfectant for first aid kits.

  • Personal care: Sometimes used to remove adhesive residues from plasters or medical dressings.

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Uses

Uses:

  • Antiseptic: Cleansing of skin prior to injections, minor surgery, or medical procedures.

  • Disinfectant: Used to clean surfaces and medical instruments.

  • Skin hardener: Helps prevent bedsores by toughening the skin.

  • Household: Cleaning agent and general disinfectant for first aid kits.

  • Personal care: Sometimes used to remove adhesive residues from plasters or medical dressings.

Hazards

Hazards & Safety:

  • Highly flammable: Vapours may ignite easily.

  • Inhalation hazard: Excessive inhalation may cause dizziness, headache, or drowsiness.

  • Skin/eye contact: May cause dryness, irritation, or redness.

  • Ingestion: Toxic – can cause nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, blindness (from methanol), or even death.

  • Chronic exposure: Prolonged skin contact may cause cracking and dermatitis.

GHS Hazard Statements (typical for ethanol/methanol-based mixtures):

  • H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapor

  • H302: Harmful if swallowed

  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation

  • H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness

Precautionary Measures:

  • Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and hot surfaces.

  • Use in well-ventilated areas.

  • Avoid contact with eyes and prolonged contact with skin.

  • Do not ingest – for external use only.

  • Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from ignition sources.

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