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==Other==
==Other==
===Ethyl rubbing alcohol===
===Ethyl rubbing alcohol===
To prevent abuse, poisons and denaturants are often added to ethanol. In the US, it is a legal requirement for ethanol rubbing alcohol to contain acetone, and methyl isobutyl ketone. Many preparations of rubbing alcohol also contain denatonium benzoate, which isn't particularly toxic, but is extremely bitter.
To prevent abuse, poisons and denaturants are often added to ethanol products that are intended for purposes other than human consumption. In the United States, it is a legal requirement for ethanol-based rubbing alcohol products to contain acetone and methyl isobutyl ketone.{{citation needed}} Many preparations of rubbing alcohol also contain denatonium benzoate, which while not particularly toxic, is extremely bitter tasting to discourage human consumption.{{citation needed}}
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