Denaturovat

Denaturovat is a verb meaning to add denaturants to a substance, most commonly ethanol, to render it unsuitable for human consumption. The resulting product is called denatured alcohol (denatured ethanol). The practice is used to avoid beverage taxes and to create industrial solvents and fuels.

Denatured ethanol is widely used as a solvent in paints, coatings, inks, cleaning agents, and as fuel for alcohol burners and stoves. The exact composition of denatured ethanol varies by country and product; denaturants are chosen to deter ingestion while preserving the desired solvent properties.

Common denaturants include methanol, isopropanol, acetone, and bittering agents such as denatonium benzoate; sometimes additives adjust odor or color. The mixture is designed to be toxic or unpleasant to drink. Denatured alcohol is highly flammable and toxic; it should be stored away from heat sources and out of reach of children.

Legally, denatured alcohol is regulated under laws related to alcohol products. It is not sold as a beverage and may be subject to labeling and handling requirements. Safety data sheets provide guidance on storage, handling, and disposal, and users should follow local regulations and manufacturer instructions.