ADM Ethanol Denatured 96% MEK 0.5%

ADM Ethanol Denatured 96% MEK 0.5% is a clear, bright, and transparent liquid that is free of suspended materials. It is obtained from corn and is denatured with 0.5% volume of methyl ethyl ketone. It meets standards of European Pharmacopeia. This product is commonly used as a carrier solvent, for descaling, emulsification, hydrocolloids, and rheology modification.

Chemical Name: Ethanol

CAS Number: 64-17-5

Functions: Solvent

Labeling Claims: Natural, Plant-Based

End Uses: Cleaners, Cleaners, Liquid Dishwash

Synonyms: 1-Hydroxyethane, Alcohol, Anhydrol, C2H5OH, Ethyl Alcohol, Ethyl Hydrate, Ethyl Hydroxide, EtOH, Hydroxyethane, Methylcarbinol

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Name: Ethanol
Country of Origin: Bulgaria
Cleaning Ingredients Functions: Solvent
Technologies: Cleaning Ingredients
Product Families: Cleaning Ingredients — Functional Additives
Solvents & Carriers

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims: Natural,
Plant-Based
HII Features: Superior Cleaning

Applications & Uses

Markets: HI&I Care
Applications: HI&I Care — Home Care
Dish Care,
Surface Care
HI&I Care — Institutional & Industrial Care
Industrial Cleaning
Home Care Applications: Cleaners,
Liquid Dishwash
I&I Cleaning Applications: Cleaners

Properties

Physical Form

Appearance

Clear bright transparent liquid - suspended material free

Specifications


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Acidity (As acetic acid)	max. 30	ppm	Ph.Eur.,A2315
Alcohol Strength	min. 96.0	%v/v	Densitometry ,A2301
UV Absorbance (at 240nm)	max. 0.40		Spectroph.,Ph.Eur.,A2317
UV Absorbance (at 250 - 260nm)	max. 0.30		Spectroph.,Ph.Eur.,A2317
UV Absorbance (at 270 - 340nm)	max. 0.10		Spectroph.,Ph.Eur.,A2317
Methanol Content	max. 10	ppm v/v	Ph.Eur.,A2308
Acetaldehyde+Acetal (as Acetaldehyde)	max. 10	ppm v/v	Ph.Eur.,A2308
Benzene	max. 1	ppm v/v	Ph.Eur.,A2308
Total Other Impurities	max. 50	ppm	Ph.Eur.,A2308
Residue on Evaporation	max. 5	ppm m/v	Ph.Eur.,A2321
Ethyl Alcohol (Denatured)	96	%

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance: European Pharmacopeia (Ph. Eur.)

Packaging & Availability

Regional Availability

Africa
Europe
Middle East

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life

365 days

Storage Conditions

Storage Temperature - < 35 °C
Storage temperature is in range -20 to +35°C. To achieve maximum shelf life stainless steel is recommended.