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Anhydrous alcohol

Anhydrous alcohol 99.9%

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’.

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Anhydrous alcohol

Product specification sheet

Alcohol by vol. at 20°C
Odour
Colour
CAS registry number
Chemical formula
Water content
Methanol
pH level
GHS labelling
> 99.9%
Neutral
Colourless

64-17-5

C2H6O

< 2,500 PPM

< 2 g/hL
5.5 - 7.5

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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 specialised 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 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.

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.

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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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