Grain neutral spirit (GNS)

Name: Grain alcohol
Rating: 5 (30 reviews)

Nedstar is your supplier of choice of premium grain alcohol, also called neutral grain spirit. With our global supply of the highest purity ethanol, we can deliver products from various agricultural origins, tailored to your product needs and regional regulations.

What is grain alcohol?

Grain alcohol is ethanol made from the starch of grain crops such as wheat, corn, rye, barley, and rice. High-purity ethanol made from grains is often called neutral grain spirit, or neutral spirit, due to its high alcohol content of > 96% ABV / 192 proof. As an extra neutral alcohol, grain ethanol can be used across a broad range of applications in the food and non-food sector.

Alcohol by vol. / proof at 20°C

> 96% / 192
Odour

Neutral
Colour

Colourless
CAS registry number

64-17-5

GHS labelling
Chemical formula

C₂H₆O
Methanol

< 2 g/hL
pH level

5.5 - 7.5
All product specifications

Product specifications grain alcohol

Show more

Show less

Learn more about Nedstar's grain alcohol

Contact our commercial experts for a tailored offer.

Request quote

Organic alcohol

> 96% ABV / 192 proof
Whiskey

~ 70% ABV / 140 proof
Gin

35 - 55% ABV / 70 - 110 proof

Applications of grain alcohol

Depending on its alcohol volume, grain alcohol can be used either directly in food and beverage products or as an element in non-food products. Neutral grain spirit with an ABV of more than 96% is a popular ingredient in industries where cleaning and disinfecting properties are of highest importance, for example cleaning products, hand sanitisers, and pharmaceuticals. In the food sector, alcohol made out of grain plays a crucial role in giving traditional flavours to spirits such as whiskey and gin.

Understanding the nuances of each grain's characteristics and how they contribute to the final product is key to selecting the perfect grain for your ethanol applications.

Grain compared to other raw materials

Next to grain, ethanol can be won out of the sugar or starch of other raw materials; an example of another popular raw material is sugarcane. In the beverage industry, traditions and spirit types define if grain or another raw material is chosen as spirit base. Cosmetics and personal care products usually prefer high-quality wheat alcohol, while industrial sectors may use ethanol from various raw material origin. Experienced ethanol suppliers can help you to find an ethanol product out of the right raw material for your industry and needs.

Get your grain alcohol from Nedstar

As your reliable, tailored ethanol and bulk spirit supplier, Nedstar has a large network of neutral grain spirit producers that enables us to source any type of grain alcohol from your preferred region. Choose from our wide selection of grains, including wheat, rye, and more, to tailor to your taste preferences, budget and regional availability.

Nedstar's commitment to the highest quality standard also translates into our grain neutral spirit. Through meticulous distillation, our grain alcohol results in a neutral product with minimal levels of impurities. This commitment to quality makes our grain alcohol an ideal choice for applications in both food and non-food industries.

More about Nedstar

Certifications

Our grain alcohol is always ISO22000, ISO9001, Echa Art. 95, and REACH certified. As a company conscious of our impact on the planet, we advocate for the use of organic ethanol and provide the needed organic certifications worldwide.

See all certifications

More about ISO 22000

More about ISO 9001

More about EU organic

More about GMO-free

More about Kosher

More about USP-grade

Denaturant options

If you do not use neutral grain alcohol for food and beverage grade products, we can denature it for you. In that case, the product will be exempt from excise duty. You can choose from a variety of denaturing agents that fit your regional regulations such as DEP, MEK, Bitrex, IPA or Euro Denatured.

See all denaturants

Packaging

Exporting ethanol worldwide requires the appropriate packaging. To make sure that your product arrives safely at its destination, Nedstar has a number of packaging options, suitable for any industry or amount of ethanol.

See all packaging options

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.

Tanktruck

35,000 litres / 9,246 gallons

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

Barge vessel

Up to 2,450 tonnes / 1,832,727.3 gallons

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

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.

Tanktruck

35,000 litres / 9,246 gallons

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

Barge vessel

Up to 2,450 tonnes / 1,832,727.3 gallons

How do you guarantee the quality of your grain alcohol?

Nedstar complies with the highest quality standards according to ISO certification. We do regular quality checks at our transport and production partners, as well as train our staff to detect and resolve quality issues quickly and effectively. You can learn more about our quality management on our quality page.

Where do you source your grain from?

With production partners in over 60 countries, we can source and transport grain alcohol from and to any economic region in the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia. This guarantees a steady supply of product and the highest possible flexibility.

Do you sell ethanol made from other raw materials than grain?

Nedstar supplies ethanol and bulk spirits from more than just grain: other popular raw materials we use are sugarcane, molasses, potatoes, sugar beets, and grapes. Ask your Nedstar commercial experts for more information.