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Ethanol 64-17-5

Ethanol (CAS 64-17-5, C2H6O), is a colorless liquid, widely used in various industries such as pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and fuel production. It has a molecular formula of C2H6O and is commonly known as alcohol or ethyl alcohol. Ethanol is known for its unique properties, including its ability to dissolve in water and other organic solvents. It has a characteristic odor and a burning taste. Ethanol is highly flammable and evaporates quickly at room temperature. One of the main applications of ethanol is as a solvent in the pharmaceutical industry. It is used to dissolve and extract various active compounds from plants and other natural sources. Ethanol is also a key ingredient in the production of alcoholic beverages, such as beer, wine, and spirits. In addition to its use in the pharmaceutical and beverage industries, ethanol is widely used as a fuel. It is commonly blended with gasoline to produce ethanol fuel, which is used in vehicles as an alternative to traditional gasoline. Ethanol fuel is considered a renewable energy source and helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Ethanol plays a crucial role in various application fields, including medicine, chemistry, biofuel production, and consumer products. Its versatile nature and wide range of applications make it an essential compound in many industries.

Chemical Name Ethanol
CAS Registry Number 64-17-5
PubChemID 702
Molecular Weight 46.069
PSA 20.23000
LogP -0.00140
EINECS 200-578-6
Molecular Formula C2H6O
Synonyms
  • Absolute alcohol
  • alcohol
  • ALCOHOL DENAT.
  • cologne spirit
  • drinking alcohol
  • ETHANOL 200 PROOF HPLC/SPECTROPHOTOME&
  • ETHANOL CONTROL-H
  • ETHANOL, DENATURATED 'S15'
  • Ethyl alcohol
  • ETHYL ALCOHOL, REAGENT, ANHYDROUS, DENAT URED
  • Ethyl hydrate
  • Ethyl hydroxide
  • ethylic alcohol
  • ethylol
  • EtOH
  • grain alcohol
  • hydroxyethane
  • methylcarbinol
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64-17-5 Properties

  • Density 0.789
    Boiling Point -173.4° F (NTP, 1992)
    Flash Point 55° F (NTP, 1992)
    Melting Point -114℃
    Vapour 40 mm Hg at 66 ° F ; 50 mm Hg at 77° F (NTP, 1992)
    Refractive Index 1.3614
    HS Code 2207200010
 

64-17-5 Safety Infomation

  • Safety Statements S16;S7
    Risk Statements R11
    Hazard Codes
    HazardClass 3
    Hazard Note H225-H319
    PackingGroup II
    Transport UN 1170/1986/1987
 
 
 
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