Anhydrous alcohol 99.9%

Name: Anhydrous alcohol 99.9%
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Nedstar is your dependable anhydrous ethanol sourcing partner. We can supply guaranteed pure ethyl alcohol from your preferred geographical region or agricultural origin. We can also provide tailor-made solutions, as always underpinned by our excellent service standards.

What is anhydrous ethanol?

Anhydrous ethanol, known by various names such as absolute alcohol, ethanol 199 proof/200 proof, or 99 ethanol alcohol, represents the highest purity level in alcohol. The term "pure" is here defined as alcohol with a minimum of 99.5% alcohol and a maximum of a few parts per million water content, as anhydrous means ‘containing no water’.

How is anhydrous alcohol made?

Standard alcohol is produced by distillation, creating a solution of about 95% alcohol and 5% water. To achieve pure ethyl alcohol, all water must be removed through azeotropic distillation.

This process adds a third component, such as benzene or turpentine, to separate the ethanol and water, resulting in pure ethanol with trace amounts of the separation agent. Alternatively, synthetic methods can produce anhydrous ethanol with 99% purity.

Anhydrous ethanol uses

Anhydrous ethanol is commonly used as a cleaner and solvent in laboratories and specialized industries contexts, where water reacting with other chemicals present would be a problem. An example would be the electronics industry, where sensitive equipment may be seriously damaged by coming into contact with water. Other anhydrous alcohol uses range from fuel manufacture, where low water content is also crucial, to a solvent in lacquers, where the lack of moisture makes the lacquer harder and clearer.

Synthetic anhydrous ethanol is often used, for example, in the pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries, though nowadays some cosmetics companies avoid using synthetic alcohol as part of their wider commitment to using only natural products.

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Synonyms

Ethyl alcohol 99.9%, dehydrated alcohol, pure (ethyl) alcohol, absolute (ethyl) alcohol, extra neutral anhydrous alcohol
CAS registry number

64-17-5
Alcohol by vol. at 20°C

> 99.9%
Odour

Neutral
Colour

Colourless
GHS labelling
Chemical formula

C₂H₆O
Water content

< 2,500 PPM
Methanol

< 2 g/hL
pH level

5.5 - 7.5

Certifications

Our anhydrous alcohol is always REACH and ECHA Art. 95 certified. In addition, we offer other certifications such as ISO22000 or kosher.

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Packaging

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 several packaging options, suitable for any industry or amount of ethanol.

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Barge vessel

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

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.

Tanktruck

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

Barge vessel

ISO tank

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.

Tanktruck

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

Choose high purity anhydrous alcohol from Nedstar

Nedstar stands as your premier source for 99 ethyl alcohol offering an outstanding level of purity and quality. Our commitment to excellence ensures a seamless global supply chain, supported by seasoned commercial professionals ready to address all your ethanol requirements.

Tailor your anhydrous ethanol order precisely to your specifications, from selecting the appropriate certifications to incorporating denaturants for your specific application needs. With a range of packaging options available, we guarantee swift delivery right to your doorstep.