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The European Chemicals Agency biotic committee has approved the use of ethanol in disinfectants. The assessment specifically relates to hand and surface disinfectants and products utilized in food premises. The committee determined that ethanol is safe for use in these applications.

However, the committee did not reach a conclusion regarding whether ethanol possesses carcinogenic or reproductive toxic properties. The agency’s biotic committee acknowledged the approval of ethanol for use in disinfectants but deferred a final determination on potential long-term health effects, including the possibility of cancer or fertility damage.

Topics: #ethanol #disinfectants #committee

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  1. It’s concerning that while ethanol is deemed safe for disinfectants, the lingering questions about potential health impacts remain unresolved.

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