Pharmaceutical grade alcohol

At Nedstar, we supply high-quality alcohol that meets the strictest medical norms and regulations. Our ethanol, available in 96% and 99.9% ABV, undergoes rigorous quality inspections to ensure purity and consistency. As experts in pharmaceutical alcohol, our ethanol can be safely processed in products intended for the medical sector. With a strong commitment to quality, we will continue to be a reliable partner for the pharmaceutical sector.

What is pharmaceutical alcohol?

Pharmaceutical alcohol or ethanol is a very pure form of alcohol that is used to produce medicinal drugs, disinfectants and homeopathic products. For this reason, pharma grade alcohol has to meet the most rigorous standards. Nedstar supplies medical ethanol according to US, EU, British, and Japanese standard.

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Applications of medical ethanol

Pharmaceutical-grade alcohol serves as a medicinal solvent in the production of medicines, including liquid formulations such as syrups, solutions, and suspensions. Its ability to dissolve a wide range of substances makes it invaluable for extracting active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) from natural sources and for formulating drug products. Additionally, medical ethanol is widely used as an antiseptic and disinfectant, playing a crucial role in sterilizing skin, wounds, and medical instruments as a so-called surgical spirit. Beyond these applications, it also serves as an antidote in toxicology, preventing the formation of harmful byproducts in cases of methanol and ethylene glycol poisoning.

USP-grade

"USP-grade" signifies a quality standard set by the United States Pharmacopeia (USP), ensuring the quality and purity of drugs, food ingredients, and dietary supplements. USP's globally recognized standards establish criteria for product identity, purity, strength, and consistency, serving as a benchmark for quality in pharmaceuticals worldwide.

EP-grade

The European Pharmacopoeia (EP), managed by the European Directorate for the Quality of Medicines & HealthCare (EDQM), sets rigorous standards for pharmaceutical quality in Europe. It covers substances, excipients, and dosage forms, ensuring compliance is vital for marketing authorization and trade within the European Economic Area.

BP-grade

The British Pharmacopoeia (BP), overseen by the British Pharmacopoeia Commission, sets quality standards for medicines in the UK. Widely adopted internationally, it ensures the purity and quality of pharmaceutical substances, excipients, and formulations. Compliance with BP standards is crucial for pharmaceutical manufacturers within its jurisdiction.

JP-grade

The Japanese Pharmacopoeia (JP), overseen by Japan's Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, is the official standard for pharmaceuticals in Japan. It sets quality standards for drugs, excipients, and medicinal products, including traditional Japanese medicines. These standards ensure the safety and efficacy of pharmaceuticals in the Japanese market.

Pharmaceutical grade certifications

At Nedstar, we only supply the highest quality ethanol to the pharmaceutical industry. Our products are processed according to the Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and comply with all relevant standards, including the British, US, Japanese and European pharmacopoeia.

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More about EP-, BP-, JP-, USP-grade

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Our denaturant selection

Denaturing your ethanol product makes it unfit for direct human consumption while adhering to pharmacopoeia standards. Nedstar offers medical ethanol mixed with denaturants that fit regional regulatory standards such as MEK, IPA, DEP, and Euro denatured.

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Packaging for medical ethanol

Exporting ethanol to countries worldwide from over 50 international suppliers requires the appropriate packaging. To make sure that your product arrives safely to its destination, Nedstar has a number of packaging options, suitable for any industry or amount of ethanol.

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ISO tank

25,000 litres / 6,605 gallons

Suitable for various transport modes such as ship or truck and ideal for the delivery of bulk quantities, guaranteeing safety and efficiency for your shipment.

Tank truck

35,000 litres / 9,246 gallons

Large amounts of pharmaceutical grade ethanol, delivered directly to your doorstep. Our tank trucks are a reliable and cost-effective way of receiving ethanol worldwide.

Barge vessel

Up to 2,450 tonnes / 1,832,727.3 gallons

Nedstar can provide you with orders shipped by various vessels overseas. Our logistics department specialises in intermodal freight transport, guaranteeing a smooth delivery over multiple modes of transportation.

ISO tank

25,000 litres / 6,605 gallons

Suitable for various transport modes such as ship or truck and ideal for the delivery of bulk quantities, guaranteeing safety and efficiency for your shipment.

Tank truck

35,000 litres / 9,246 gallons

Large amounts of pharmaceutical grade ethanol, delivered directly to your doorstep. Our tank trucks are a reliable and cost-effective way of receiving ethanol worldwide.

Barge vessel

Up to 2,450 tonnes / 1,832,727.3 gallons

How does Nedstar ensure the quality of raw materials for ethanol production?

In addition to our own internal quality control, we work closely with Bureau Veritas SGS and other quality control companies to ensure the quality of our products. You can learn more about our quality management and what it entails on our quality page.

Do you provide samples?

We are able to provide you with a tailored sample to demonstrate our high-quality products and excellent customer service after your initial conversation with one of our commercial experts. Specify the final amount of product you need, ethanol type, raw material origin, and industry in which the ethanol is used when filling in this form. Please note that quote requests for samples only cannot be processed. To learn more about our samples, you can visit our sampling page.

What is your minimum order quantity (MOQ)?

In Europe, the minimum order quantity is one intermediate bulk container (1,000 litres / 264 gallons). If you are based in the US, Americas, Africa or Asia, the minimum order quantity is one full container load (FCL), so 20.000 L / 5,283.4 gal (80x 250 L / 66 gal drums) for a 20ft container or 31.750 L / 8,387.5 gal (127x 250 L / 66 gal drums) for a 40ft container.

To which countries do you deliver?

We are currently sourcing and delivering ethanol to more than 70 countries. However, because of our extensive logistical network, we can provide our product worldwide! Contact our commercial experts to find out if we can deliver to your country.