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What do hand sanitizer, vinegar, gasoline, and alcoholic beverages all have in common? Believe it or not, all these liquids are created with ethanol, or ethyl alcohol. Ethanol is typically used as a chemical solvent or an ingredient in certain kinds of gasoline, and also an ingredient in beer, wine, and spirits. [1] X Research source Given its popularity, you can find ethanol at many different places—here a few common spots to help you get started.
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- ↑ https://www.britannica.com/science/ethanol
- ↑ https://www.chemceed.com/product-news/all-you-need-to-know-about-ethanol/
- ↑ https://culinarysolvent.com/pages/can-we-ship-to-your-state
- ↑ https://www.spectrumchemical.com/OA_HTML/Ethyl-Alcohol-Grade-Selector.jsp?minisite=10020&respid=22372
- ↑ https://afdc.energy.gov/vehicles/search/
- ↑ https://www.wsj.com/articles/why-you-cant-find-rubbing-alcohol-11588629519
- ↑ https://beta-static.fishersci.com/content/dam/fishersci/en_US/documents/programs/education/regulatory-documents/sds/chemicals/chemicals-e/S25309.pdf
- ↑ https://beta-static.fishersci.com/content/dam/fishersci/en_US/documents/programs/education/regulatory-documents/sds/chemicals/chemicals-e/S25309.pdf
- ↑ https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/alcohol-poisoning/symptoms-causes/syc-20354386
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Tips
- Keep your ethanol in a cool, well-ventilated storage space. Since ethanol is really flammable, keep it away from any kind of heat source. [7] X Research sourceThanks
- If you spill lab-grade ethanol on yourself, remove your soaked clothes and rinse yourself off right away. [8] X Research sourceThanks
- When shipping ethanol, always specify that you’re sending hazardous materials, so the shipping company can take the necessary precautions. Some shipping services might have extra regulations related to hazardous materials.Thanks
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Warnings
- Don’t drink too much food-grade ethyl alcohol at once. Instead, follow the recommended serving sizes: 1.5 oz (44 mL) of 40% alcohol, 5 oz (148 mL) of 12% alcohol, 8-9 oz (237-266 mL) of 7% alcohol, and 12 oz (355 mL) of 5% alcohol. [9] X Trustworthy Source Mayo Clinic Educational website from one of the world's leading hospitals Go to sourceThanks
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