Ethanol

Ethanol is a versatile chemical compound commonly used as a solvent, fuel, antiseptic, and beverage ingredient. It has a distinctive, slightly sweet odor.

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Ethanol, also known as ethyl alcohol, is a colorless, flammable liquid with a characteristic alcoholic odor. It is produced naturally by the fermentation of sugars by yeasts and is the primary type of alcohol found in alcoholic beverages. Ethanol has numerous industrial applications, including as a solvent, fuel additive, and disinfectant. It is also used in the production of various chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and personal care products.

Usage: Antiseptic, solvent in industrial and pharmaceutical applications, fuel additive, beverage alcohol (in diluted form).

  • Color: Clear, colorless
  • Model/Type: Ethanol is a simple alcohol with the chemical formula C₂H₅OH. It comes in various purity grades (e.g., 70%, 95%, 99.9%).
  • Material: Ethanol is a volatile, flammable liquid made primarily through the fermentation of sugars or synthetic processes using ethylene.

How to use:

  • As an antiseptic: Apply directly on the skin or use in hand sanitizers.
  • As a fuel additive: Mix with gasoline at recommended ratios.
  • As a solvent: Dilute or mix as needed for specific applications.
  • As a beverage ingredient: Use only food-grade ethanol under regulated conditions.

Application: Medicine, cosmetics, fuel industry (e.g., bioethanol in cars), cleaning products, laboratory uses, food and beverage production.