Molekula
Ethanol
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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
Ethanol is a colorless, flammable liquid alcohol used as a solvent, disinfectant, and fuel additive. It is widely employed in laboratories, pharmaceuticals, and industrial processes. CAS: 64-17-5, Molecular formula: C2H6O, Molecular weight: 46.07 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Ethanol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
On backorder — expected to ship by 18 November 2026
These pack sizes aren't a limit. Molekula manufactures, sources and repacks to order — if you need 500 kg and only see 1 kg listed, . We quote from grams to multi-tonne.
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100 g — $58.70 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear colourless liquid |
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 | 90018612 |
| 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, Portuguese, 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.
Synonyms
- alcohol
- Algrain
- Anhydrol
- ethyl alcohol
- Ethyl hydrate
- Ethyl hydroxide
- EtOH
- grain alcohol
- Methylcarbinol
- Tecsol
Frequently asked questions
What is ethanol used for?
Ethanol is commonly used as a solvent, disinfectant, and fuel additive. It is also used in the production of pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of ethanol?
The chemical formula of ethanol is C2H6O, and its molecular weight is 46.07 g/mol.
How should ethanol be stored?
Ethanol should be stored at ambient temperature, away from heat sources and ignition hazards, in a tightly closed container.
What grade of ethanol does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies ethanol in reagent grade, suitable for laboratory and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply ethanol in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply ethanol in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for volume pricing and delivery options.
What documentation comes with an ethanol order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS), compliant with GHS standards.
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