Drivers of the Tver region gave recommendations on the choice of glass washing liquid

With the advent of persistent cold, it is important to responsibly treat the choice of glass washing liquid for the car, said the Department of Rospotrebnadzor in the Tver region.

Winter compositions for washing glasses are aqueous solutions of alcohols with the addition of surfactants, flavors and dyes.

Common components of modern glass washing liquids are isopropyl alcohol, propylene glycols and ethylene glycols. Isopropyl alcohol can be used in the production of such funds. Despite its pungent smell, similar to acetone, it does not pose a toxic threat to humans. The department noted that all alcohol-based glass washing liquids include non-food alcohols. Their use for food purposes is strictly prohibited

In the products of unscrupulous manufacturers, methyl alcohol (methanol) may be present - an extremely dangerous toxin, which is externally and smellfully almost indistinguishable from ethyl alcohol. This substance with household use can seriously harm health and even lead to death. Methanol affects the nervous and vascular systems, optic nerves and the retina of the eyes.

When buying glass washing liquid, it is necessary to pay attention to its smell, carefully study the marking of the goods, Rospotrebnadzor informed. On products of reliable manufacturers there is always a clearly marked logo of the company, and the labels on the packaging are well readable. The label must have instructions for use, date of manufacture, shelf life, a detailed list of components, information about precautions during use, the return address of the manufacturer. You can request a certificate of conformity for familiarization - this document must be in the outlet.