Isopropyl alcohol (IPA)
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Isopropyl alcohol, also known as isopropanol, is a common and effective choice for denaturing ethanol. Its solvency, purity and ease of blending make IPA suitable for cosmetics, personal care and household cleaning formulations.
Nedstar offers isopropyl alcohol in purities from 99.5% to 99.9%, ideal for denaturing. We also provide full traceability and supporting documentation, such as MSDS for isopropyl alcohol.
Why IPA is used as a denaturant
Strong solvency
IPA provides powerful solvency that supports smooth blending and consistent formulation.
Ideal compatibility
It mixes easily and uniformly with ethanol, making production more stable and predictable.
Trusted for industrial uses
Its purity and performance make IPA suitable for cosmetics, personal care products and household cleaning formulations.
Reliable at scale
IPA maintains the same quality and behaviour in both small batches and full industrial production.
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.
IBC tote
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Mid-sized shipments; our stackable IBC totes are widely used by companies across Europe, the US, and Asia for their efficiency and reliability.
ISO container
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Our ISO tanks support intermodal transport by sea, rail, and road. They are ideal for companies sourcing in medium to large volumes.
Tanktruck
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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.
Why choose Nedstar?
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Reliable and future-proof supply chain
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Certified, high-purity denaturants
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Multilingual customer support
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Complete documentation, including MSDS
Frequently Asked Questions
Is isopropyl alcohol the same as rubbing alcohol?
Rubbing alcohol is usually a diluted solution (around 70%) of isopropyl alcohol mixed with water, while pure 99.5 or 99.9 isopropyl alcohol offers higher strength and broader industrial applications.
Can I use isopropyl alcohol to clean?
Yes. Thanks to its fast evaporation and minimal residue, IPA is ideal for precision cleaning, from electronics and laboratory equipment to automotive and industrial surfaces.
Can I use isopropyl alcohol as an antiseptic?
Yes. Isopropyl alcohol antiseptic solutions are widely used in healthcare, hand sanitisers, and personal care products.
Where can I buy isopropyl alcohol?
Nedstar supplies IPA worldwide in bulk, offering multiple grades and packaging formats to suit your industry.
What packaging options are available for isopropyl alcohol?
Nedstar supplies IPA in multiple bulk formats: 200 L HDPE drums, 1000 L IBC totes, and 24,500 L ISO tanks. All are sealed with tamper-evident closures, and nitrogen blanketing is available from select suppliers.



