This is a specially denatured alcohol formula 40B, which contains trace amounts (less than 0.125% combined) of the denaturants tert-butyl alcohol and denatonium benzoate, compliant with United States Title 27 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Section 21.151. SDA-40B denatured ethanol is a popular choice for cosmetic applications because studies have shown low toxicity in topical applications.
At Lab Alley, we understand that high quality reagents are essential to the integrity of your laboratory and manufacturing projects. That’s why we believe you deserve to have full confidence in the quality of your reagents. Lab Alley provides high quality, reliable SDA-40B ethanol, ideal for your laboratory and manufacturing needs.
SDA 40B Ethanol 200 Proof is specially denatured ethyl alcohol, CAS 64-17-5, sold as a Reagent Grade liquid with a listed assay of 99.88%. It’s denatured with tert-butyl alcohol and denatonium benzoate, less than 0.125% combined, in line with 27 CFR 21.151. You get a clear liquid with an ethanolic odor, a specific gravity of 0.7902 to 0.7912, a proof of 199 to 200, and full miscibility in water. Flash point is 14.0 °C (57.2 °F) and autoignition temperature is 363 °C (685 °F). It’s Kosher and Halal certified, and it carries a GMO Free badge. You’ll find the Safety Data Sheet, Technical Data Sheet, Kosher and Halal certifications, several product statements, a manufacturing process flow chart and Certificates of Analysis under Product Manuals.
People use SDA 40B in perfumes, cosmetics, personal care products, soaps and detergents, pharmaceutical work, and everyday lab and manufacturing processes. The trouble starts when the paperwork is missing or the size is wrong, because a batch can stall before it begins. That’s where Lab Alley comes in. The SDS, Technical Data Sheet, certifications and Certificates of Analysis are online for you to download, and sizes run from a 500 ml bottle up to 55 gallon, 270 gallon and pallet quantities, with hazmat handled end to end. Larger SDA orders need a TTB permit, as noted on this page. Your plan is simple. Choose a size, set up Autoship for repeat orders, or request a quote for bulk and we’ll keep it on budget, on time, every time.
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Perfumes and fragrance formulations
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Cosmetics
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Personal care products
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Soaps and detergents
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Pharmaceutical industry applications
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Laboratory and manufacturing processes
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Q: What is SDA 40B ethanol used for?
A: It’s used in perfumes, cosmetics, personal care products, soaps and detergents, pharmaceutical work, and lab and manufacturing processes. It’s also sold as perfumer’s alcohol, which points to fragrance work as a core use.Q: What does Reagent Grade mean, and is it suitable for laboratory and manufacturing work?
A: Reagent Grade is the grade listed for this product, with an assay of 99.88%. It’s offered for laboratory and manufacturing needs, and the Technical Data Sheet and Certificates of Analysis let you check the numbers against your own requirements.Q: What sizes are available, and does it ship as hazmat?
A: You can choose 500 ml, 1 L, 1 gallon, 4 L, 5 gallon, 55 gallon and 270 gallon sizes, plus cases and pallets. Hazmat transport details are in the Safety Data Sheet, and Lab Alley handles hazmat shipping, so reach out to customer care if you need specifics for your order.Q: How do I get the SDS and Certificate of Analysis?
A: Both are in the Product Manuals section of this page. Open Product Manuals for the Safety Data Sheet and Technical Data Sheet, then switch to the Certificates of Analysis tab and pick the lot you need.Q: How should I store SDA 40B ethanol?
A: With a flash point of 14.0 °C (57.2 °F), keep it away from heat and ignition sources and follow the storage guidance in the Safety Data Sheet. Our guide, How to Store Specially Denatured Ethanol, walks through the details.Q: What denaturants are in SDA 40B?
A: It contains tert-butyl alcohol and denatonium benzoate, at less than 0.125% combined. That formula is compliant with 27 CFR 21.151.Q: Do I need a permit to buy SDA 40B?
A: Larger SDA orders require a TTB permit showing how much you’re allowed to buy per year. Email your permit to customercare@laballey.com with your order number, or call 512-668-9918 if you’re unsure whether your quantity qualifies.Q: How is SDA 40B different from other ethanol types?
A: Each SDA formula uses its own set of denaturants, and SDA 40B uses tert-butyl alcohol and denatonium benzoate. Read Types of Specially Denatured Ethanol, or compare the Specially Denatured (SDA), Denatured and Undenatured ethanol categories.
Product Information
| CAS | 64-17-5 |
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| Synonyms | Ethanol 200 Proof Specially Denatured Alcohol SDA 40B (100%) with tert-Butyl Alcohol & Denatonium Benzoate, Denatured Ethyl Alcohol, Reagent Alcohol, Methylcarbinol, Grain Alcohol, Ethyl Hydroxide, Ethyl Hydrate, Algrain, Alkohol, Anhydrol, Tecsol |
| Assay | 99.88% |
| PubChem ID | 702 |
| Grade | Reagent Grade |
| Color | 10 Max. |
| Physical form | Liquid |
| Appearance | Clear Liquid |
| Odor | Ethanolic |
| pH | 45816 |
| Melting point | -89.5 °C (-129.1 °F) |
| Boiling Point | 181.4 °F (83 °C) |
| Specific gravity | 0.7902 - 0.7912 |
| Density | 0.7902 - 0.7912 at 20/20C |
| Solubility | Fully Miscible in Water |
| Auto-ignition temperature | 363°C (685°F) |
| Molecular formula | C2H5OH |
| Molecular weight | 46.07 |
| Acidity as Acetic Acid | 0.0025% max |
| Autoship Available | Yes |
| Ethanol | 99.875% (v/v) |
| Flash Point | 14.0 °C (57.2 °F) |
| KosherID | VGN-FGSD |
| Pillar | High Purity |
| Proof | 199-200 |
| Undenatured or Denatured | Specially Denatured Ethyl Alcohol With Tert-Butyl Alcohol & Denatonium Benzoate |
