Plan a trial for your application
Cleaning solvents
On the actual substrate, assess evaporation, streaks and residue.
Co-solvents for fragrances or personal care
At the intended ingredient concentration and a series of temperatures, compare clarity and odor.
Purchase specifications and incoming inspection
Review these properties when selecting and inspecting incoming material. Example figures refer to the cited grade or source. Confirm the offered specification, packaging and lead time in the quotation. PubChem · Ethanol identity and formula weight ↗
| Property | Unit | Published or agreed specification | Test conditions and checks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ethanol content | % by mass or % by volume | Agree for the grade and end use | State units and reference temperature. |
| Denaturant | Composition and content | Agree for the grade and end use | Confirm the identity and limit for each item for the specific use. |
| Nonvolatile matter | mg/kg | Agree for the grade and end use | Verify with the actual evaporation method and quantification limit. |
When approving a sample, record the grade, methods, limits and specification revision. On receipt, match the packing lot number to the lot-specific COA and record the measured values and release decision.
From samples to commercial delivery
Packaging and receiving
Specify concentration, denatured status, pack net weight and seal. Segregate stock by use.
Storage and handling
Request quotations against the proposed SDS and destination carrier conditions. Confirm dispatch and warehouse arrival.
Sample and order lead times
State receiving tank capacity or required drum size, trial quantity and destination. Ask for sample carriage, commercial MOQ, packaging charge, availability and expected warehouse delivery date.
Questions from the plant
Can two 95% ethanol quotations be compared directly?
Confirm mass or volume percent, denaturing status and tax or duty basis.
Why are odour or water marks left after spraying?
Check denaturants, impurities and non-volatile residue against a substrate blank.
Report a delivery or batch issue
Include the order number, lot number from the package, label photos and inspection records for the affected lot. When retesting, check Ethanol content, Denaturant, Nonvolatile matter.
Request documents for your application
TDS · Technical data sheet
For grade selection and sample approval, specify the grade and revision required.
SDS · Safety data sheet
Specify the country or region of use and the required language.
COA · Certificate of analysis
Request a sample COA during supplier review. For incoming inspection, provide the actual lot number.