Ethanol (C2H6O, EtOH)
Ethyl alcohol, Pure 200 Proof (Taxed), Meets USP testing specifications, for domestic sale in Ireland and United Kingdom only, Honeywell Riedel-de Haën™
CAS: 64-17-5 Molecular Formula: C2H6O Molecular Weight (g/mol): 46.069 MDL Number: MFCD00003568 InChI Key: LFQSCWFLJHTTHZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N Synonym: ethyl alcohol, alcohol, methylcarbinol, grain alcohol, ethyl hydroxide, ethyl hydrate, algrain, alkohol, anhydrol, tecsol PubChem CID: 702 ChEBI: CHEBI:16236 IUPAC Name: ethanol SMILES: CCO
Alcohol, Anhydrous, BAKER ANALYZED™ A.C.S. Reagent, J.T.Baker™
CAS: 64-17-5 Molecular Formula: CH4O Molecular Weight (g/mol): 32.042 InChI Key: LFQSCWFLJHTTHZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N Synonym: methyl alcohol, wood alcohol, carbinol, wood spirit, wood naphtha, methylol, methyl hydroxide, pyroxylic spirit, colonial spirit, columbian spirit PubChem CID: 702 ChEBI: CHEBI:16236 IUPAC Name: methanol SMILES: CO
Alcohol, Anhydrous, Reagent, BAKER ANALYZED™ A.C.S. Reagent, J.T.Baker™
CAS: 64-17-5 Molecular Formula: CH4O Molecular Weight (g/mol): 32.042 InChI Key: LFQSCWFLJHTTHZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N Synonym: methyl alcohol, wood alcohol, carbinol, wood spirit, wood naphtha, methylol, methyl hydroxide, pyroxylic spirit, colonial spirit, columbian spirit PubChem CID: 702 ChEBI: CHEBI:16236 IUPAC Name: methanol SMILES: CO
Ethanol (CH3CH2OH), CAS 64-17-5, commonly known as ethyl alcohol or EtOH, is a clear, volatile, and highly flammable liquid. Ethanol is used in the laboratory as a common solvent for various chemical reactions.
Among the common industrial uses of ethanol are:
- As a key ingredient of drinking alcohol such as beer, brandy, and vodka
- As a byproduct of plant fermentation, often denatured with a bittering agent to dissuade human consumption
- In the manufacture of pharmaceutical and personal care products such as cosmetics, astringents, and hand sanitizers.
- As a biofuel, bioethanol, blended with gasoline to operate automobiles
Ethanol is highly flammable and should be handled cautiously around flames or sparks as its vapor can ignite. It should be stored in a cool, well-ventilated area away from oxidizing agents, acids, and moisture.