Ethanol
| Formula: | C₂H₆O |
| CAS Number: | 64-17-5 |
| EC Number (EINECS): | 200-578-6 |
| HS Code: | 22071000 (Undenatured, ≥80% vol) / 22072000 (Denatured) |
| UN Number: | 1170 |
| IUPAC Name: | Ethanol |
| Also Known As: | Ethyl Alcohol; Grain Alcohol; EtOH |
| Molecular Weight, g/mol: | 46.07 |
Typical Specifications
| Appearance: | Clear, colorless liquid |
| Odor: | Mild, characteristic alcohol odor |
| Melting Point, °C: | -114 |
| Boiling Point, °C: | 78.3 |
| Density, g/cm³ (at 20°C): | 0.789 |
| Flash Point, °C: | 12 (closed cup) |
| Refractive Index (20°C): | 1.361 |
| Solubility: | Miscible with water and most organic solvents |
| pH (1% solution): | Neutral (~7) |
| Vapor Pressure (at 20°C): | 59 mmHg |
| Purity, %: | ≥95% (Industrial); ≥99.9% (Absolute/Anhydrous) |
| Grades Available: | Industrial, Pharmaceutical, Food, Lab Reagent, Anhydrous |
| Packaging: | 200L drums, 1000L IBC, bulk ISO tanks, smaller lab bottles |
Applications / Uses
Primary Applications
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Solvent in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and chemical synthesis
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Raw material for beverages (alcoholic drinks)
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Used in disinfectants and sanitizers (antimicrobial agent)
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Fuel additive (bioethanol for gasoline blending)
Secondary Applications
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Extraction agent in herbal and natural product industries
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Intermediate in paints, coatings, and inks
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Preservative in laboratory and healthcare industries
End Industries Served: Pharmaceuticals, Beverages, Cosmetics, Chemicals, Energy & Fuels, Healthcare, Coatings, Food Processing
Safety & Handling Information
Hazard Class (GHS): Flammable liquid (Category 2), Eye Irritation (Category 2)
Hazard Statements (H-Codes):
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H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapor
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H319: Causes serious eye irritation
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H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness
Precautionary Statements (P-Codes):
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P210: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames
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P280: Wear protective gloves/eye protection
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P303 + P361 + P353: IF ON SKIN – Remove contaminated clothing, rinse with water
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P403 + P235: Store in well-ventilated place, keep cool
Storage Conditions
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Store in cool, dry, ventilated area away from ignition sources
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Use explosion-proof equipment
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Keep container tightly sealed
Transport Information
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ADR/RID: Class 3, UN1170, PG II
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IMDG: Class 3, UN1170, PG II
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IATA: Class 3, UN1170, PG II
Regulatory Information
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REACH Status (EU): Registered
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FDA Approval: Approved for food, beverage, and pharmaceutical use (subject to grade)
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ISO Certification: Available on request (ISO 9001 / GMP for pharma grade)
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Country Standards: USP, BP, EP, FCC (depending on grade)