Ethyl Alcohol

Molecular Formula (Ethyl Alcohol): CH ₃ CH ₂ OH

Molecular Weight: 46.069 g/mol

Chemical Name: Ethanol, Ethyl Alcohol

CAS Number: 64-17-5

It can be shown as a clear, colorless liquid that is rapidly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract in the human body and spreads quickly throughout the body.

It is commonly called ethanol and sometimes ethyl alcohol. The form used in the production of drinkable alcohol is called grain alcohol.

It has bactericidal properties. Therefore, it is the most important chemical in disinfectant production.

Ethanol has complex effects. Therefore, it has the ability to affect more than one system in the brain. Its most important feature is that it acts as an agonist.

Other Names Are As Follows;

• Ethanol
• Ethanol
• Ethyl Alcohol
• Methylcarbinol
• Methylcarbinol
• 64-17-5
• Ethyl Hydroxide
• Ethyl Hydrate
• EtOH
• Absolute Ethanol
• Denatured Alcohol
• Denatured Ethanol
• Grain alcohol
• Herbal Alcohol
• 1-Hydroxyethane
• Fermentation Alcohol

How is Ethyl Alcohol (Ethanol) Produced?

The production of this chemical compound is produced by grinding the grains of corn, wheat, barley, sugar beet and some other plants and then fermenting them through the fermentation process.

In this production process, the sugar and starch found in plant grains are converted into alcohol.

The alcohol obtained from starches by fermentation is packaged for use after the distillation process.

Industrially produced Ethyl is produced petrochemically via the hydration of Ethylene.

Alcohol has a very strong taste depending on its purity level, and leaves a burnt taste if it is highly purified.

The production here is biological production.

What are the differences between industrial ethanol and agricultural ethyl alcohol?

Ethanol produced for industry is called synthetic. Its raw material is petrochemical and fossil raw material. These are derivatives of oils and coal.

Agricultural Ethanol production is obtained by fermentation of plants such as corn, sugar beet, wheat, potato and rye. Agricultural ethyl production in Turkey is made from sugar beet. The reason why it is produced from sugar beet is that it is easy to produce, has a high sugar content and is low in cost. At the same time, sugar beet can be grown in many regions of Turkey.

Synthetic ethanol is not used in the production of any fuel or alcoholic beverage.

Due to the developing industry and increasing demand, the need for synthetic alcohol is undeniable. Alcohol in synthetic form is used in industry.

What are its physical and chemical properties?

It is a clear colorless liquid with a characteristic pleasant odor and burning taste.

It is a highly flammable chemical substance. Therefore, it is very dangerous. Necessary packaging and safety precautions must be taken during transportation.

The most important feature that makes Ethyl Alcohol indispensable in the industry is that it is used to dissolve other substances. It has a magnificent solvent effect.

It is considered a volatile chemical substance.

Its melting point is -114 °C.

The boiling point is 78.5 °C.

Its density is 0.8 g/cm3.

The flash point is between 9-11 ° C. This temperature is too low for a chemical substance to do this.

Its vapor is heavier than air. Because its vapor is heavier than air, it sinks to the ground.

It is miscible with many organic solvents.

How is Ethyl Alcohol Denaturated?

Alcohol use worldwide falls into several categories: Food and Pharmaceutical use and Industrial use.

All companies that will use ethanol must obtain permission from the relevant authority.
Ethyl alcohol used in the Food, Pharmacology and Medicine sectors is generally produced from agricultural raw materials with a concentration of 96%. This form of alcohol is used directly without being subjected to denaturation.

The alcohol to be used industrially can be 96% alcohol or 99% alcohol. Companies that import ethyl alcohol or companies that purchase directly from the producer within the country must denature the industrial alcohol.

Denaturation of Ethyl Alcohol is sometimes achieved by mixing it with 5% methyl alcohol and sometimes with 5% Isopropyl alcohol.

What are the areas of use?

• Ethyl Alcohol (Ethanol) is used as a solvent and preservative in pharmaceutical preparations.
• It is the main ingredient in the production of alcoholic beverages.
• It is a chemical compound used as an organic solvent in the manufacture of paint remover products.
• Ethanol is often used as a solvent for substances that come into contact with humans and are manufactured for human consumption, including fragrances, perfumes, flavorings, colorants, and pharmaceuticals.
• It is used in the chemical industry in the production of adhesives and sealants.
• During the biodiesel production process, it reacts with oil and initiates production.
• It is used as a solvent in cosmetic products produced to rejuvenate the skin.
• It is used in the manufacture of non-pesticidal agricultural chemicals.
• It can be used in the production of functional fluids used in open and closed systems.
• It is used in the manufacture of some intermediate products in industry.
• As an indispensable laboratory chemical, it is unlikely that ethyl alcohol will not be used when conducting an experiment in the laboratory.
• In the health sector, Ethanol is used to provide sterilization when performing procedures on patients by healthcare providers. After the ethyl alcohol used in hospitals is produced, it is offered for use in 1 liter packages. The ethyl alcohol used in the health sector must have purity levels of 96% and above 99%. Chemicals with this purity undergo special processes.
• It is among the main raw materials used in ink manufacturing. It is used in the production of pigments.
• Ethanol is used as a special processing aid in petroleum production.
• Its solvent properties are used in the production of surfactants.
• It is used in the manufacture of vinegar, mustard and alcoholic beverages.
• Ethyl is used as a viscosity adjuster in some reactions.
• It is used in the manufacture of automotive maintenance products.
• It is used in the manufacture of antifreeze and de-icing products.
• It is used in the manufacture of industrial cleaning and maintenance products.
• It is the best solvent in the food industry.
• Ethyl is used as the main solvent of essence in perfume manufacturing. It is dissolved by adding essence to alcohol.
• It is used in the production of antibacterial hand disinfectant.
• Antibacterial gel is manufactured by thickening with carbomer and springing with glycerin. Carbomer application is the most important raw material in this field.
• Essence manufacturers use it as a solvent. The amount of essence is increased by mixing this compound with Di Propylene Glycol.
• It is used to prepare the propolis solution used in the beekeeping industry.
• It is used together with Mono Propylene Glycol in the medical field and acts as a solvent in hair growth formulas.
• Isopropyl Alcohol or Ethyl Alcohol is used to clean razors and similar tools in beauty centers and hairdressers.
• It is used as a solvent in the production of local anesthetic cream for external use.