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Can hand sanitizer with 70% alcohol kill hpv virus after sanitizing hands?
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Alcohol at that concentration is known to kill the virus in less than a minute.
Answered 2/10/2023
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yes it can
Answered 2/10/2023
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I have never been asked to comment on this question. I would want to do some research before I unequivocally answer—Yes
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