Can You Spray Alcohol for Disinfection in the Car?
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You can spray alcohol for disinfection in the car, but the following precautions should be taken: 1. Alcohol is a flammable and explosive product, so it should be wiped dry immediately after spraying for disinfection; 2. Keep alcohol in a well-ventilated environment and open the car windows; 3. Try to spray on the surface of objects, avoiding hidden or hard-to-reach areas inside the car; 4. Do not smoke in the car after disinfection to prevent explosions or fires; 5. Avoid using alcohol to wipe leather seats. Other methods for car disinfection include: 1. Using an ozone-based car-specific disinfectant machine; 2. Utilizing a car oxygen bar to release ions and clean the air inside the car.
I think spraying alcohol for disinfection in the car requires extra caution because alcohol is a flammable liquid. There might be lighters, electrical sparks, or engine heat sources in the car. If it comes into contact with an open flame, the consequences could be unimaginable—ranging from minor burn marks to severe fires. I once read a report where someone accidentally sprayed alcohol near the cigarette lighter, causing a fire, but thankfully it was noticed in time. Additionally, materials inside the car like plastic and leather aren’t alcohol-resistant; excessive spraying can dry them out, cause cracks, or fade colors, affecting both appearance and safety. For disinfection, I’d recommend using disinfectant wipes to directly wipe high-touch areas like door handles and the steering wheel—it’s safer and more effective. The enclosed space of a car also makes it easy for alcohol fumes to accumulate, which can irritate the throat, especially if children are in the car. Regularly cleaning the ventilation system is also a good habit.
