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Sugar alcohols do not contain ethanol (the stuff you drink).

The simplest sugar alcohol, ethylene glycol, is the sweet but notoriously toxic chemical used in antifreeze. The higher sugar alcohols are for the most part nontoxic.

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Does sugar alcohol contain any actual alcohol?

No, sugar alcohol does not contain any actual alcohol. Sugar alcohols are a type of sweetener commonly used in sugar-free and low-calorie foods and drinks. They are called sugar alcohols because their chemical structure resembles both sugar and alcohol, but they do not contain ethanol, the type of alcohol found in alcoholic beverages.


What alcohols contain sugar?

All alcohols contain sugar because alcohol itself is a refined type of sugar, that's why it has so many calories.


Is sugar alcohol actually considered an alcoholic substance?

No, sugar alcohol is not considered an alcoholic substance. Sugar alcohols are a type of sweetener commonly used in sugar-free products, but they do not contain ethanol, which is the type of alcohol found in alcoholic beverages.


Is ethyl alcohol a sugar?

No, ethyl alcohol is not a sugar. Ethyl alcohol is a type of alcohol that is produced through fermentation of sugars by yeast. Sugar is a carbohydrate, while ethyl alcohol is a different chemical compound.


Does alcohol have sugar in it?

Chemically speaking, alcohol (ethanol) and sugar (sucrose, etc) are different substances. Alcohol itself contains no sugar, carbs or fat. Alcoholic beverages often contain sugars--check the labeling on them for carbohydrate content.


Are alcohols aromatic or aliphatic?

Alcohols can be either aromatic or aliphatic. Aromatic alcohols contain a benzene ring in their structure, while aliphatic alcohols do not have a benzene ring and are typically straight-chain or branched-chain molecules.


Does sugar alcohol contain any alcohol?

No, sugar alcohol does not contain any ethanol or traditional alcohol. It is a type of sweetener that is often used as a sugar substitute in food and beverages.


Do alcohols contain a hydroxyl group?

Yes, alcohols contain a hydroxyl group (-OH) as their functional group. This hydroxyl group is bonded to a carbon atom in the alcohol molecule.


Does alcohol contain nitrogen in its chemical structure?

Not necessarily. Alcohols have -OH as functional group.


What is the difference between alcohol and sugar alcohol?

Alcohol refers to ethanol, the intoxicating ingredient in alcoholic beverages, while sugar alcohols are a type of low-calorie sweetener often used in sugar-free products. Sugar alcohols, like sorbitol and xylitol, are not intoxicating like ethanol but can cause digestive issues in some people if consumed in large amounts.


Can you get drunk off sugar alcohol?

Yes, consuming large amounts of sugar alcohol can lead to intoxication, but it is different from being drunk on traditional alcohol. Sugar alcohols can cause digestive issues and discomfort when consumed in excess.


Does mars chocolate contain alcohol?

Only sugar alcohol.