ALCOHOL-BASED HAND RUB, gel, 75-100ml, bot.
Valid Article
ALCOHOL-BASED hand rub
Full Name
Synonym: Hand Sanitiser
Therapeutic Action
Antiseptic for local application
Indications
Hand antisepsis by friction, before and after procedures or wearing gloves.
The solution (or gel) should contain at least 70% v/v ethanol or 75% v/v isopropyl alcohol (isopropanol or 2-propanol).
- See: Essential drugs, MSF
Instructions for use
Ready-to-use alcohol-based hand rub, available as a solution or gel with the same antiseptic efficacy.
Apply to clean or unsoiled, powder-free (use powder-free gloves), and dry hands. The gel provides better protection against skin dryness, especially with frequent use.
The same code applies to the 500 ml solution and gel. When ordering, specify the required form (gel or solution) according to the product registered in the country..
The 500 ml bottle should ideally be supplied with a hand pump.
Holders:
- Wall-mounted and bedside holders for the 500 ml bottle are available.
- Before ordering holders, confirm with your supply centre whether the bottle supplied is square or round to ensure compatibility.
- The wall-mount holder requires a bottle fitted with a hand pump for proper functioning.
Transport Dangerous Goods
Transport regulation depends on the presentation and the manufacturer (check the product's MSDS)
- e.g. Sterillium med®, Sterillium gel®, Phagorub gel or Phago'gel®:
- UN 1993 - Flammable liquid, n.o.s.
- Transport Class 3 - Flammable liquids
- Packing Group II or III - Substances and preparations presenting a serious toxicity hazard or Substances and preparations presenting a relatively low toxicity hazard
- Proper shipping name: Flammable liquid, n.o.s.
- e.g. Spirigel complete®:
- UN 1170 - Ethanol (ethyl alcohol) or Ethanol solution (ethyl alcohol solution)
- Transport Class 3 - Flammable liquids
- Packing group II - Substances and preparations presenting a serious toxicity hazard
- Proper shipping name: Ethanol solution (Ethyl alcohol solution)
Storage
- Below 25°C - Protect from sunlight
- Tightly close the bottle after each use to prevent evaporation.
- After opening, check the use-by date indicated by the manufacturer on the packaging (note the date on the bottle).
- Keep away from sources of ignition (flame, spark, incandescent materials).
Classification EC Regulation N° 1272/2008
Classification EC Regulation num. 528/2012 (Biocidal Products)
Classification EC Regulation num. 1272/2008 (Classification, labelling and packaging of chemical substances and mixtures)
| H225 | Highly flammable liquid and vapour |
| H319 | Causes serious eye irritation |
| H412 | Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects |
| P403 + P235 | Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. |
| P210 | Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking. |
| P233 | Keep container tightly closed. |
| P301 + P330 + P331 | IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting |
| 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 |
| P337 + P313 | If eye irritation persists: get medical advice/attention |
| P102 | Keep out of reach of children |
| P501 | Dispose of contents/container to location in accordance with local and regional/ national/ international regulations |