Molekula
Alcohol - USP CRS
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 1999 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Alcohol USP CRS (Ethanol, CAS 64-17-5) is a high-purity, pharmaceutical-grade ethanol used as a solvent, disinfectant, and preservative in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and laboratories. It meets United States Pharmacopeia (USP) standards for consistency and quality in critical applications. This chemical has a molecular formula of C2H6O and a molecular weight of 46.07 g/mol. It is stored at ambient conditions and carries a **Danger** signal word due to its flammability and potential health hazards. Molekula supplies Alcohol USP CRS from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
Pack sizes & pricing
Pricing on request — packs available from research to bulk quantities.
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Specifications
Specifications available on request — see Documents below or contact our sales team.
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 14 °C |
| Transport Class | 3 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear, colorless, very mobile liquid |
| Odour | Pleasant |
| Melting Point | -114.1 °C |
| Boiling Point | 78.2 °C |
| Density | 0.79 (relative, water = 1) |
| Water Solubility | Soluble in water |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Miscible with ethyl ether, acetone, chloroform; soluble in benzene |
| Vapour Pressure | 5.8 kPa at 20 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.3611 |
| pKa | pKa = 15.9 (at 25 °C) |
| log P (octanol/water) | -0.31 |
Source: PubChem CID 702 (HSDB, DrugBank, ICSC, Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA))
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90035378 |
| CAS Number | 64-17-5 |
| IUPAC Name | ethanol |
| EC Number | 200-578-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C2H6O |
| Molecular Weight | 46.07 |
| Exact Mass | 46.0419 |
| SMILES | CCO |
| InChIKey | LFQSCWFLJHTTHZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C2H6O/c1-2-3/h3H,2H2,1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 702 |
| UN Number | UN1170 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 22071060 |
| Tariff Code | 2207100090 |
Safety & GHS
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Flammable
GHS02
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- alcohol
- Algrain
- Anhydrol
- ethanol
- ethyl alcohol
- Ethyl hydrate
- Ethyl hydroxide
- grain alcohol
- Methylcarbinol
- Tecsol
Frequently asked questions
What is USP CRS-grade ethanol used for?
USP CRS ethanol is primarily used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and personal care products as a solvent, preservative, and processing aid, meeting strict purity and safety standards for regulated industries.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of this ethanol?
The chemical formula is **C₂H₆O** and the molecular weight is **46.07 g/mol**.
How should USP CRS ethanol be stored?
Store in a tightly sealed container at ambient temperature, away from ignition sources, as it is flammable.
What grades of ethanol does Molekula supply, and is USP CRS available in bulk?
Molekula supplies **USP CRS-grade ethanol**, and yes, we can provide it in bulk quantities—please contact us for specific packaging options.
What documentation comes with an order of USP CRS ethanol?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and a **Certificate of Conformance** to USP CRS standards.
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