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Alcohol for surgical spirit

In the pharmaceutical industry, surgical spirit plays a vital role as an antiseptic solution widely used in medical settings. It contains ethanol, a primary ingredient that contributes to its antimicrobial properties and effectiveness.

Surgical spirits, also known as antiseptic alcohol or rubbing alcohol, are used for various purposes in healthcare, ranging from skin disinfection and wound cleaning to infusion solvents and preservatives. Extra neutral alcohol and anhydrous alcohol are commonly used forms of ethanol in the pharmaceutical industry. Both ethanol types can be supplied by Nedstar, your tailored ethanol supplier.

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Uses of surgical spirit

Surgical spirit is extensively used for antiseptic purposes. It is applied to the skin to reduce the growth of microorganisms, including bacteria and viruses.

These spirits are essential in medical practices, including wound care, injections, and surgical procedures.

Furthermore, surgical spirit is employed for cleaning and disinfecting medical instruments, surfaces, and equipment.

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Ethanol's versatility in medicine

Apart from surgical spirit, ethanol finds application in various pharmaceutical products. It serves as a solvent, preservative, and stabiliser in the formulation of medical ointments, first-aid solutions, and other topical medications.

With its broad spectrum of antimicrobial activity, ethanol is an essential ingredient in antiseptic pads and other disinfectant products for topical use.

Ethanol as an alternative to isopropyl alcohol

Ethanol serves as a substitute for isopropyl alcohol in surgical spirit. As a rubbing alcohol alternative, ethanol exhibits similar antiseptic properties and effectively eliminates harmful microorganisms.

Widely used in the pharmaceutical industry, ethanol provides an option with a long-standing history of use in medical applications. It offers comparable benefits without compromising its antiseptic efficacy.

Denaturants

Denatured alcohol or denatured ethanol is ethyl alcohol made unfit for human consumption without chemically altering or decomposing it. Because it cannot be consumed, it tends to be subject to far lower tax rates. To create a denatured alcohol for cleaning products that fits your needs, we can customise it with your preferred combination of denaturants.

Nedstar packaging options

Exporting ethanol to countries worldwide from over 75 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.

1.000 litres
IBC tote

IBC Nedstar

Mid-sized shipments; our stackable IBC totes are widely used by companies across Europe, the US, and Asia for their efficiency and reliability.

25.000 litres
ISO container

ISO tank Nedstar

Our ISO tanks support intermodal transport by sea, rail, and road. They are ideal for companies sourcing in medium to large volumes.

35.000 litres
Tanktruck

Tank truck Nedstar

Our tank trucks are widely used across Europe to deliver bulk ethanol by road. They’re a practical option for regional transport and quick distribution.

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