A dictionary for chemicals and their dangers

September 7, 2008 · Print This Article

Breathe in bleach for a few minutes, or even a few seconds, and something in your brain should communicate to your body (and vice versa) that that is dangerous for you. But why? That’s my four-year old niece’s favorite question and whether you’re anything like her it may be your question as well.

There’s a little thing called the Material Safety input Sheet that outlines the reactions a specific chemical will have with anothermaterial and under what conditions the chemical becomes dangerous. whether you’re worried about a chemical you may come in contact with that database could be helpful.

Canada, the EU and other nations have their own system that outlines concerns and safety

precautions one should take using a given chemical.

These databases are not frequently online, though whether you work with chemicals in your workplace your employer is due to have documentation available on each material that could be hazardous.

Because these databases are built for public in constant contact with a chemical they may not apply to the few minutes you may spend in your bathroom with said abrasive. But, whether you’re anything like my niece, you may want to know what that paint stripper, mildew remover or degreaser is doing to your house or your cats paws.

Check out the urls for some available online composition.

[Source] Sea Stachura

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