Ethanol (Perfumery Grade Alcohol)

Ethanol (Perfumery Grade Alcohol)

CAS No.: 64-17-5

Purity: ≥ 95% (typically 96% or 99%)

Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid

Odor: Neutral to mildly alcoholic

Solubility: Miscible with water and oils

 

Use in Perfumery:

  • Primary solvent in alcohol-based perfumes
  • Evaporates quickly, leaving the fragrance on skin
  • Enhances diffusion and sillage

 

Typical Dosage: 70–95% of the final perfume solution (EDP, EDT, etc.)

Notes: Use denatured ethanol if required for regulatory compliance