Ethanol is used in antibacterial hand sanitizer gels, as an antidote to methanol poisoning and an antitussive agent. It is acting as a solvent to remove the paint and ink stain on curtains, dress and upholstery. It is utilized as a fuel in camping and primus stoves. It is likewise employed to clean the windows, manufacturing nail-polish and to test pectin levels in jam and jelly making. It finds application in personal care products such as mouthwashes, perfumes and deodorants.

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