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Rubbing alcohol is neither an acid nor a base. Acids have pH values less than 7 and bases have pH values that are greater than 7. Rubbing alcohol has a pH value of 7, so it is neutral. Rubbing alcohol is also called isopropyl alcohol.
The second type of rubbing alcohol is a potent combination of ethanol and water. âEthylâ indicates a two carbon chain. Ethanol (or ethyl alcohol) is the primary component of drinkable alcohol, except we're talking a mere 5% in a bottle of Coors' Light compared to 70-91% in rubbing alcohol. This type of rubbing alcohol is used to disinfect medical instruments and human skin by killing bacteria.