NO! Ethylene glycol is deadly poisonous even in relatively small amounts. Ethylene glycol is not ethyl alcohol, which is the only alcohol humans (or animals) can safely drink.
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No, ethylene glycol is not a secondary alcohol. It is a diol, a compound with two hydroxyl (OH) groups attached to a two-carbon chain.
The most basic / simplest is Methanol Useful alternative #1 is Ethylene Glycol Useful alternative #2 is Propylene Glycol There are also non-glycol, "Organic Acid Technology" (OAT) antifreezes used in some automotive applications.
Ethylene glycol is not of animal origin !
no, but polyethylene glycol is.
The reversal drug for ethylene glycol poisoning is fomepizole. It works by blocking the enzyme alcohol dehydrogenase, which prevents the formation of toxic metabolites that cause the harmful effects of ethylene glycol ingestion. Fomepizole is typically administered in hospital settings under the supervision of healthcare professionals.
Propylene glycol is generally considered safer than ethylene glycol for use in coolant/antifreeze due to its lower toxicity. This makes propylene glycol a preferred choice for applications where accidental ingestion may occur, such as in RVs or marine engines. Additionally, propylene glycol is less harmful to the environment compared to ethylene glycol.