Denatured Alcohol (Specially Denatured Spirits Permit Required)
Industrial Applications
Denatured Alcohol (Specially Denatured Spirits) is widely used as a solvent, cleaning agent, and intermediate in chemical manufacturing. In industry, it is employed in coatings, inks, adhesives, varnishes, and pharmaceuticals where high-purity ethanol is not required. It is also used in personal care and cosmetic products as a solvent for fragrances, essential oils, and active ingredients. Due to its denaturation, this alcohol is not intended for consumption, and handling requires proper permits and compliance with regulatory guidelines.
Physical Properties
Denatured Alcohol is a colorless, volatile liquid with a characteristic alcohol odor. It is fully miscible with water and many organic solvents. It has a low boiling point, high volatility, and flammability, requiring careful handling and storage. Denatured Alcohol is chemically reactive under certain conditions and may contain additives that make it bitter or toxic to prevent ingestion.
Grade
- Tech
- FCC
- USP
- 190 Proof
- 200 Proof
Other Names
- Specially Denatured Alcohol
- Specially Denatured Spirits
- Denatured Alcohol
- Denatured Spirits
Form
- Liquid
Abbreviations
- SDA
- SDS
Specially Denatured Alcohol (SDA) Usage Chart
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Commonly Used SDA Ethyl Alcohols |
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Per 100 gallons of pure alcohol add: |
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SDA 1-1 |
4 gal. methanol + 1/8 oz. Bitrex® |
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SDA 1-2 |
4 gal. methanol + 1 gal. MIBK |
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SDA 2B-2 |
½ gal. rubber hydrocarbon (i.e. heptane or hexane) |
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SDA 2B-3 |
½ gal. toluene |
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SDA 3A |
5 gal. methanol |
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SDA 3C |
5 gal. isopropanol |
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SDA 4 |
1 gal. Of Nictone Solution |
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SDA 23A |
8 gal. acetone, NF |
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SDA 23H |
8 gal. acetone, NF + 1.5 gal. MIBK |
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SDA 29-3 |
1 gal. ethyl acetate (or other – must be reacted) |
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SDA 30 |
10 gal. methanol |
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SDA 35A |
4.25 gal. ethyl acetate |
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SDA 38B |
10 lbs. Of Essential Oil |
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SDA 39C |
1 gal. diethyl phthalate |
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SDA 40B |
1/8 gal. t-butyl alcohol + 1/16 oz. Bitrex® |
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