Ethyl Alcohol

Ethyl alcohol is an important industrial chemical with a wide variety of uses; it is used as a solvent, in the synthesis of other organic chemicals, and as an additive to automotive gasoline. Ethyl alcohol is also the intoxicating ingredient of many alcoholic beverages such as beer, wine and distilled spirits.

Synonyms
Ethanol, TSDA I 1-hydroxyethane I EtOH
Chemical Formula
C2H6O
CAS Number
64-17-5

Characteristics

Molar Weight
46,07 g/mol
Melting Point
-114,1 °C
Boiling Point
78,37 °C
Flash Point
14 °C
Density
0.79
Forms
Liquid (clear)

Uses and Applications

Key applications

  • Ink, toner and colourant
  • Food additive
  • Sanitizers
  • Preservative
  • Solvents
  • Cosmetic products
  • Beauty products
  • Paint and Coatings