Ethanol Rectified 96% (Contains Bitrex) – 500ml UN1170

This high‑quality Ethanol Rectified 96% (denatured with Bitrex) is a reliable laboratory‑grade alcohol suitable for a wide range of educational science applications. Often referred to as Absolute Alcohol, this product is supplied in a 500ml bottle and conforms to the following specifications: UN Number 1170 and CAS No. 64‑17‑5.

Formulated for safe use in school laboratories, this ethanol solution provides excellent purity for practical demonstrations, sample preparation, cleaning laboratory equipment, and conducting standard scientific procedures. The addition of Bitrex (a bittering agent) ensures it is unsuitable for consumption while maintaining its effectiveness for educational use.

Please note: This product is supplied exclusively to educational establishments. It cannot be ordered by private individuals or shipped to non‑school addresses.

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Key Features

• High‑purity 96% ethanol for school laboratory use
• Denatured with Bitrex for safety
• Supplied in a 500ml bottle
• Also known as Absolute Alcohol
• UN Number: 1170
• CAS No: 64‑17‑5
• Education‑only supply – shipped exclusively to school addresses
• Non‑returnable due to courier hazardous-goods regulations

Ideal for Use in School Science Lessons

This Ethanol Rectified 96% solution is widely used across KS3, GCSE, and A‑Level science for safe, supervised practical activities. Its versatility makes it an essential resource for:

• Microbiology experiments such as sterilising equipment and surfaces
• Chromatography and separation techniques
• Demonstrating evaporation and volatility in chemistry lessons
• Cleaning and degreasing apparatus in prep rooms
• Solvent‑based practicals in chemistry and biology

Safe, reliable, and compliant with school chemical handling requirements, this ethanol solution is a valuable addition to any science department’s chemical store.