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Is ethanol just 100% alcohol?

GeneralClass 12AllAnswered 27 Mar 2026
Answer

Not necessarily. While pure ethanol is 100% alcohol, the term "ethanol" can refer to solutions of varying concentrations. Commercial ethanol products range from diluted solutions (like 70% disinfectant) to highly concentrated industrial grades. Drinking alcohol contains much lower percentages typically 4-40% ethanol.

General · Class 12