Synthetic Anhydrous Ethanol 99% in bulk — a chemically consistent, high-purity industrial alcohol for pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and specialty chemical applications.
Sasma supplies Synthetic Anhydrous Ethanol 99% in bulk to pharmaceutical manufacturers, cosmetic producers, and specialty chemical buyers worldwide. Unlike fermentation-derived Ethanol, Synthetic Ethanol is produced from ethylene obtained from crude oil or natural gas — resulting in a chemically identical but highly consistent, single-grade product known as DRAA (Double Rectified Absolute Alcohol) at 99% purity. Its very low impurity levels make it suitable for specialist applications requiring superior and consistent product quality.
Contact our sales team for current availability and pricing. Full technical specifications are available to download below.
Technical Specifications
Synthetic hydrous 99% vol. (200 proof)
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Alcohol content at 20°C (%vol) Min 99.9
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Specific gravity at 20°C 0.790 - 0.793
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Solubility Miscible with water and methylene chloride
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Appearance Colorless, clear, volatile
Additional Information
Applications
Synthetic Anhydrous Ethanol 99% is used across the following industries and applications:
- Pharmaceutical applications — a high-purity, consistent solvent for pharmaceutical formulations requiring low impurity levels
- Cosmetics & personal care — a high-purity carrier and solvent for cosmetic formulations
- Inks & specialty chemicals — used in the production of inks and specialty chemical formulations requiring anhydrous, high-purity alcohol
Contact our sales team to discuss your specific application and required specification.
Packaging Options
Sasma supplies bulk alcohol and spirits in 25,000-litre ISO containers, 1,000-litre IBCs, and HDPE drums. Drum shipments require a minimum of 80 drums per container, depending on the product. Stock can be shipped direct from distillery or from our warehouses in Europe and the USA, supporting efficient delivery to your location.
All formats comply with international transport and safe handling requirements. Contact our sales team to confirm the right packaging format for your product and destination.
Why Choose Sasma?
Sasma BV is one of the world’s largest independently owned bulk alcohol and spirits suppliers. Since 2002, we have supplied brand owners, bottlers, and private label producers in over 70 countries across Europe, North America, Latin America, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. We are certified to FSSC 22000 — one of the highest internationally recognised food safety management standards — ensuring traceability and compliance across our supply chain.
Our sales, logistics, and operations teams support every order from first inquiry through to final delivery. Contact us by phone or email, or submit an inquiry using the form linked below.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Synthetic Anhydrous Ethanol 99%?
Synthetic Anhydrous Ethanol 99% is a high-purity industrial alcohol produced from ethylene derived from crude oil or natural gas — rather than through fermentation of agricultural raw materials. The result is a chemically identical but highly consistent, single-grade product known as DRAA (Double Rectified Absolute Alcohol) at 99% purity, with very low impurity levels suitable for specialist pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and chemical applications.
What is the difference between Synthetic Ethanol and fermentation Ethanol?
Both synthetic and fermentation Ethanol are chemically identical (C₂H₅OH). Synthetic Ethanol is produced from ethylene derived from crude oil or natural gas and results in a highly consistent, single-grade product with very low impurity levels. Fermentation Ethanol is derived from agricultural raw materials such as grains or sugarcane and may contain trace impurities that require additional processing to achieve the same purity levels. Contact our sales team to confirm the right product for your application.
Can Synthetic Anhydrous Ethanol 99% carry organic certification?
No. As synthetic Ethanol is produced from petrochemical sources rather than agricultural raw materials, it cannot carry organic certification. If you require certified organic alcohol, please contact our sales team to discuss our range of organic Ethanol options.
Where can I find technical specifications?
Full technical specifications and Certificates of Analysis are available to download on this page. Contact our sales team if you require additional documentation.
Can Sasma supply to our market?
We supply to customers in over 70 countries. Contact us to confirm delivery to your location and to discuss any market-specific import requirements.