Pharmaceutical grade alcohol

Nedstar is your trusted sourcing partner for pharmaceutical alcohol. Adhering to the strictest medical norms and regulations, our ethanol can be safely processed in products intended for the medical 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 is an indispensable component in various pharmaceutical applications due to its high purity and versatile properties. It serves as a 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. Moreover, medical ethanol alcohol is utilized as disinfectant, so-called surgical spirit, ensuring a sterile environment in manufacturing, as well as hospitals.

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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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