CAS 64-17-5C₂H₅OH

Extra Neutral Alcohol 96%

Extra Neutral Alcohol (ENA) at 96% v/v is a highly rectified, food-contact safe ethanol produced from fermentation of agricultural raw materials. It is virtually free of impurities and odour, making it ideal for use in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, food flavourings and technical formulations that require the highest levels of purity.

Virtually impurity-free
Multiple raw material origins
Halal & Kosher certified options
Organic-certified grades available

Appearance

Clear, colourless liquid — free from turbidity

Odour

Neutral, characteristic alcohol odour with no off-notes

Storage

Store in stainless steel or HDPE containers, away from heat and direct sunlight.

Shelf Life

24 months from date of manufacture

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Available Grades

ENA 96% Food Grade

≥ 96% v/v

Meets EU food-grade standards (EC 1333/2008)

ENA 96% Pharma Grade

≥ 96% v/v

Meets Ph. Eur. / USP specifications

Technical Specifications

Alcoholic Strength≥ 96.0% v/v at 20°C
Methanol≤ 10 mg/L (food); ≤ 50 ppm (tech)
Total Acidity (as acetic acid)≤ 0.0015 g/HL aa
Esters (as ethyl acetate)≤ 1.3 g/HL aa
Aldehydes (as acetaldehyde)≤ 0.5 g/HL aa
Higher Alcohols (Fusel Oil)≤ 0.5 g/HL aa
FurfuralNot detectable
Density at 20°C0.808 g/cm³
Evaporation Residue≤ 10 mg/L

Applications

Pharmaceutical excipientCosmetics & personal careFood flavouring extractionVinegar productionSpirits dilution baseHand sanitiserSurgical spiritPerfume & fragrance

Industries Served

PharmaceuticalFood & BeverageCosmeticsChemicals

Packaging Options

  • IBC (1,000 L)
  • Road tanker
  • ISO tank
  • 205 L drum

Certifications

EU Food Grade (EC 110/2008)Ph. Eur. / USP compliantISCCOrganic (selected origins)HalalKosher

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