ETHYL ALCOHOL: Ethyl Alcohol is also known as Ethanol. It is a clear, colorless liquid. Ethanol is rapidly absorbed through the gastrointestinal tract and distributed throughout the body. It has bactericidal activity and is used often as a topical disinfectant. It is widely used as a solvent and preservative in pharmaceutical preparations and serves as the primary ingredient in alcoholic beverages.
At a glance
HDPE is the most economical tank material for Ethyl Alcohol, rated Excellent. Polypropylene and nylon are also rated Good or better. Rated Fair (contact us before use): PVC fittings and Buna-N gaskets.
AExcellent No or minor effect. Recommended.
BGood Slight effect. Generally suitable.
CFair Moderate effect. Limited or conditional use — contact us.
DNot Recommended Severe effect. Do not use.
—No Data Not tested. Contact us before use.
Tank Resins
How Ethyl Alcohol works with the plastics used to make our storage tanks.