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Rice alcohol

Rice alcohol

At Nedstar, we specialise in supplying premium rice alcohol or rice wine in bulk to businesses worldwide. With years of experience and a vast network of suppliers, we ensure high-quality products tailored to meet our customers' needs. Whether you're in the beverage, food, or cosmetics industry, Nedstar provides a reliable source of top-grade rice alcohol to support your production requirements. 

What is rice alcohol? 

Rice alcohol is neutral spirit derived from fermented rice. Especially in various Asian cultures, including Chinese, Japanese, and Korean traditions, this raw material has a rich cultural history that spans thousands of years in the form of rice wine. Next to famous Asian drinks, neutral rice ethanol can also be used in industrial settings to replace ethanol from other raw material origins. 

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Alcohol made from rice

Specs & certifications

Alcohol by vol. at 20°C
Denaturant options
Odour
Colour
CAS registry number
Chemical formula
Methanol
pH level
GHS labelling
> 96%
DEP, MEK, Bitrex, TSDA 1-9, TBA, IPA, Euro denatured
Neutral
Colourless

64-17-5

C2H6O

< 2 g/hL
5.5 - 7.5

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Nedstar products that use rice alcohol

> 96% ABV / 192 proof
Organic alcohol

High-quality organic alcohol from barley is ideal for applications in beverages and food, but also suitable for non-food applications and products.

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40 – 60% ABV / 80 – 120 proof
Baijiu

Baijiu is a traditional Chinese distilled spirit made from grains like rice or sorghum, known for its strong aroma, complex flavours, and high alcohol content.

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Applications of rice alcohol 

The versatile rice drink exists in various forms, most prominently in the beverage sector: sake (Japanese rice wine), mirin (a sweet cooking wine used in Japanese cuisine), baijiu (Chinese liquor), and other traditional rice wines like makgeolli (Korean rice wine) and Shaoxing wine (Chinese rice wine) make famously use of rice alcohol. These beverages are produced by fermenting different types of rice grains, each contributing unique characteristics to the final product. 

In non-food sectors, rice alcohol is especially popular in the cosmetics industry. Being known for its restoring and strengthening properties, it is growingly used in tonics, shampoos, and other personal care products. 

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Rice compared to other raw materials 

The unique production process and distinct flavour profiles set rice wine apart from other raw materials. Unlike other distilled spirits, rice wine retains a smooth, slightly sweet taste, often with a subtle umami note, making it a popular choice for both drinking and cooking. As a neutral spirit, however, rice is a great alternative to other grains such as wheat and barley. 

Denaturants

If you do not use rice 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.

 

Diethyl phthalate

Isopropyl

Euro denatured

Bitrex

TSDA

Methyl ethyl ketone

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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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