No. Purchasing Everclear (95%+ ethanol) in Spain is prohibited under Law 36/2011 on High-Proof Alcohol, enforced by the Agencia Española de Seguridad Alimentaria y Nutrición (AESAN) and regional health authorities. The 2026 draft amendments to Royal Decree 1074/2014 further restrict sales to licensed industrial or medical channels, eliminating retail access.
Key Regulations for Purchasing Everclear in Spain
- Ethanol Concentration Threshold: Products exceeding 22% ABV (e.g., Everclear at 95%) are classified as bebidas de alta graduación, requiring special permits under Ley 36/2011.
- Licensing Requirements: Only entities with Registro Sanitario de Empresa Alimentaria (RSEA) or Registro de Establecimientos Farmacéuticos may legally acquire high-proof ethanol for industrial, scientific, or medical use.
- Regional Enforcement: Autonomous communities like Catalonia and Madrid conduct periodic inspections via Servicios de Consumo, seizing unauthorized sales under Decreto 107/2016.
Violations incur fines up to €600,000 under Ley 17/2009 for illicit distribution. Consumers seeking ethanol for non-potable purposes must apply for a permiso de adquisición from the Dirección General de Salud Pública, subject to AESAN’s 2026 stricter criteria.