Molekula
Ethanol (denatured)
Supplying 4,500+ customers in over 80 countries
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
Ethanol (denatured) is a modified form of ethyl alcohol (CH₃CH₂OH) made unfit for consumption by adding small amounts of toxic substances like methanol or isopropanol. It is widely used as a solvent, fuel additive, disinfectant, and cleaning agent in laboratories, manufacturing, and industrial settings. This chemical has a CAS number of 64-17-5 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 toxicity risks. Molekula supplies denatured ethanol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
Pack sizes & pricing
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear and bright |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 12 °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 | 90023102 |
| CAS Number | 64-17-5 |
| IUPAC Name | ethanol |
| EC Number | 200-578-6 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3CH2OH |
| 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
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
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 denatured ethanol commonly used for?
Denatured ethanol is primarily used as a solvent, fuel additive, and in industrial cleaning applications where its use as a beverage alcohol is prohibited or undesirable.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of ethanol?
The chemical formula is **CH₃CH₂OH** and the molecular weight is **46.07 g/mol**.
How should denatured ethanol be stored?
Store denatured ethanol in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from ignition sources and oxidizing agents.
What grades of denatured ethanol does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **technical-grade denatured ethanol** (typically with additives like methanol or isopropanol to deter consumption).
Can Molekula supply denatured ethanol in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply denatured ethanol in **bulk quantities** (e.g., drums, IBCs, or tanker loads) depending on customer requirements and regulatory compliance.
What documentation comes with an order of denatured ethanol?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **packing slip** with batch details and compliance certifications.
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