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Methylated spirit is ethanol containing methanol to render it unfit for drinking.

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Denatured alcohol, also called methylated spirit. It is 10% methanol and 90% ethanol, which is denatured alcohol. It is used as a solvent and as a fuel. It is not considered to be fit for drinking.

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