Using Ethanol for synthesis of nano-materials and porous materials

By Adrian Dingle

July 3, 2023
Nano Technologies

Ethanol is used as a co-solvent alongside other solvents such as larger alcohols like propanol, butanol, and even longer chain compounds such as dodecanol. By varying the composition of the solvent mixture, both the size of the nanoparticles produced, and the speed of the reaction can be controlled. Ethanol has at least one other important role in the production of MSNs. It is commonly used as a washing agent to remove unwanted molecules from the nanoparticles at the end of the production process.

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Use Of Ethanol In Cannabinoid Sciences

February 15, 2023
CBD

Cannabinoid sciences have been one of the most thriving platforms, leading the world in providing therapeutic, and potential breakthrough treatments for patients and clients seeking revolution in disease treatment. Ethanol is the essential building block for all manufacturing facilities that produce small and large quantities of CBD as a drug product.

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Why Ethanol is the Preferred Solvent for Botanical Extraction

By Jillian Jastrzembski

November 14, 2022
Why Ethanol is the Preferred Solvent for Botanical Extraction

Spirt Extracts Spirit One of the many aliases of ethanol is spirit. Purportedly, in the early history of distillation, the “spirit” of the liquid was observed to leave the fermentation brew. The distillate – or spirit – could then be used by early chemists as an extraction solvent for botanicals. It was an early method […]

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New Methods for Ethanol Production

By Ashlee Bushee

November 1, 2022
new methods for ethanol production

Ethanol production is currently limited by low efficiency and high energy processes with the dominant process also using agriculture products that require water, chemicals, and take away from the food supply. With droughts and flooding happening more regularly across the United States and the world, new approaches for ethanol production are of particular interest. Ethanol […]

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Ethanol Use in Battery Production for Electric Vehicles

October 20, 2022
ethanol use in battery production for electric vehicles

What is Ethanol? Ethanol is a clear, colorless liquid with the chemical formula C2H6O, and is commonly referred to as alcohol, ethyl alcohol, and grain alcohol. Ethyl alcohol is a volatile and flammable liquid and has a wide variety of industrial and home applications due to its miscibility with water and other organic compounds. Most […]

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Using Ethanol to Prevent the Bird Flu

October 18, 2022
ethanol prevents spread of bird influenza

What is Bird Flu?  Bird flu is also referred to as the avian influenza and it is a disease that is caused by infection with the avian influenza A virus. These viruses are very contagious and spread naturally among wild aquatic birds globally and can often infect domestic poultry such as chickens. The bird flu […]

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Using Ethanol to Help Plants Better Handle Heat Stress

October 6, 2022

What is Ethanol? Ethanol is a clear, colorless liquid with the chemical formula C2H6O, and is commonly referred to as alcohol, ethyl alcohol, and grain alcohol. Ethyl alcohol is a volatile and flammable liquid and has a wide variety of industrial and home applications due to its miscibility with water and other organic compounds. Most […]

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How to Use Food Grade Ethanol For CBD & Hemp Extraction

July 15, 2022
How To Use 190 And 200 Proof Food Grade Ethanol For CBD And Hemp Extraction

Ethanol Extraction Uses Ethanol As A Solvent To Soak The Hemp Plant In cannabis, hemp and CBD extraction, 190 proof and 200 proof food grade ethanol are mixed with the cannabis plant to quickly and efficiently extract and dissolve cannabinoids, chlorophyll and terpenes. Lab Alley Brand Food Grade Ethanol (ethyl alcohol) products are extremely pure, […]

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How To Make Herbal Tinctures And Extracts With Food Grade Ethanol

March 16, 2022

A tincture is typically a botanical extract of plant material dissolved in ethanol, also know as grain alcohol. Food grade ethanol (200 proof, 190 proof or 140 proof) and organic alcohol are the best types of pure ethyl alcohol to use for herbal tinctures because they are safe for human consumption. Herbal tinctures are concentrated herbal extracts in liquid form made by soaking leaves, seeds, or flowers in ethanol.

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How To Make Skincare Products With Organic Ethanol

March 16, 2022

Organic alcohol (ethyl alcohol) is generally recognized as a safe (GRAS) and effective substance when used in food products and as a natural preservative for skin care products. Pure ethanol (non-denatured) and denatured alcohol are used to make personal care and oral care products.

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