08
May
Choose the right ethanol for your business.
Und
erstanding the Qua
lities of Ethanol
Choosing the right ethanol requires an understanding of regulation along with the goal of the project. Im
pressively, ethanol (ethyl alcohol) provides versatility used across industries from pharmaceuticals to cosmetics to fuel production. But not all ethanols are equal - their quality can differ depending on the source, production method, and purity level.
Generally, foo
d-grade ethanol, pharmaceutical-grade ethanol, and industrial-grade ethanols sell on the open market with certain restrictions imposed by Alcohol...
07
May
What are the Different Grades of Ethanol?
A Comprehensive Guide to the Different Grades of Ethanol
What is Ethanol?
Ethanol proves to be a multipurpose solvent widely utilized across industries from pharmaceuticals to cosmetics to fuel production. But not all ethanols are equal - their quality can differ depending on the source, production method, and purity level.
What are the Different Grades of Ethanol?
Food-grade ethanol, pharmaceutical-grade ethanol, and industrial-grade ethanols can all be found on the market, each for different applications: manufacturers typically use Food-grade ethanol in food and beverage industries, while...
07
May
How to Get a Federal Excise Tax Refund on Ethanol
How to Get A Refund for Federal Excise Tax on Ethanol
Are you a business owner who uses ethanol (ethyl alcohol) in your manufacturing process? Could you be eligible for a refund on the federal excise tax on ethanol? With Simple Solvents, you can save millions of dollars in tax savings for your business. In this blog, we will explain the federal excise tax on ethyl alcohol, who is eligible for a refund, and how to file for a refund.
What is Federal Excise Tax on Ethanol?
First, the...
07
May
Pure Ethanol & Federal Excise Taxes
Undenatured Ethanol Tax - A Breakdown of How to Save Money on Federal Excise Tax
We are here to show you how to save money on Federal Excise Taxes for 200 proof ethanol. Federal Excise Taxes are taxes the government imposes on certain goods and services, including alcohol, tobacco, and firearms. These taxes are designed to generate revenue for the government and discourage these products' consumption. In the case of 100% Pure Food Grade Ethanol (Ethyl Alcohol or 200 Proof Ethanol), Ethanol Federal Excise Tax is imposed on producers, sellers and buyers.
Ethanol...
07
May
Ethanol Taxes: A Guide to Reduced Excise Tax
Saving Money on Federal Excise Taxes for Ethanol
What are Federal Excise Taxes for Ethanol?
Are you in the business of using ethyl alcohol in your products or manufacturing process? If so, you're likely familiar with the high taxes that come with it. The TTB taxes Ethyl alcohol $26.68 per gallon by the TTB (Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau). Ultimately, this can add up to a significant amount of money, especially for businesses that use large quantities of ethanol.
But what...
15
Apr
Ethanol for Extraction: 200 Proof, 190 Proof, or Ever Clear?
Ethanol for Extraction: 200 Proof, 190 Proof, or Ever Clear?
Ethanol production contributed $34.7 billion to the country’s GDP. Manufacturers use that solvent to make sanitizers, extract oils, and as a cleaning agent.
Alcohol grading depends on the solvent’s concentration and the impurities present. In this article, you’ll learn what makes 200 proof ethanol vital in extraction procedures. And factors making it better than 190 proof ethanol or Everclear.
What is 200 Proof Ethanol for Extraction?
Vendors call the product 100% absolute, anhydrous, or dehydrated alcohol. However, it’s challenging to gain...
14
Apr
FCC Grade Ethanol vs USP Grade Ethanol
FCC Grade Ethanol vs USP Grade Ethanol
There are many alcohol grades sold according to different purification standards the biggest being FCC Grade Ethanol and USP Grade Ethanol. Understanding those products is confusing. However, don’t worry.The article below will teach you all you need to know about FCC and USP-grade ethanol. Let’s dive in.
What is FCC-Grade Ethanol?
FCC means Food Chemicals Code, and it’s a list of guidelines used to classify ethanol. Those standards help certify the purity of alcohol used in food products for human consumption.
14
Apr
Possible Contaminations in Ethanol
Contaminations in Ethanol
Possible contaminations in ethanol are abundant. Did you know that some notorious micro-organisms threaten to stop the production process?In the article below, you’ll learn about those microbes. And strategies on how you can eradicate them. But first.
What is Ethanol?
Grain or ethyl alcohol is a colorless, volatile, and flammable solvent. Using yeast and lactobacilli, you can get that liquid naturally through corn, beet, sugarcane, or barley fermentation. Alternatively, manufacturers make the product by ethylene hydration and a solid silicone dioxide catalyst coated with phosphoric acid.
12
Apr
Specially Denatured Alcohol vs Completely Denatured Alcohol: A Robust Breakdown
Specially Denatured Alcohol vs Completely Denatured Alcohol: Are you confused about SDA and CDA? You’re on the right page.
We will help you will understand the questions:
What is denatured alcohol used for?
How is SDA different from CDA?
Is there different types of denatured alcohol?
Is all denatured alcohol the same?
The article below expounds on those products and how you can use each. Read on to learn more.
21
Mar
190 Proof Ethanol for Skincare
Imagine having clear, glowing, healthy skin. That kind of beauty doesn’t have to be a dream anymore. You can use ethanol-based skincare products to improve how you look.
But you might ask,
Why should you use alcohol-based cosmetics? Isn’t the solvent only used for manufacturing beverages? Will you experience any side effects?
The quick answer is that you have found a goldmine in this article. You’ll find out about all that and more. Read on.
Why is Ethanol Used in the Beauty Industry?