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Ammonium hydroxide poisoning





Ammonium hydroxide poisoning

Definition:

This poisoning is due to ammonium hydroxide.


Alternative Names:
Aqueous - ammonia
Poisonous Ingredient:

Ammonium hydroxide


Where Found:

Ammonium hydroxide is found in many industrialproducts and cleaners such asflooring strippers, brick cleaners, and cements.



Ammonium hydroxide can also release ammonia gas into the air.

Ammonia alone (not ammonium hydroxide) can be found in many household items such as detergents, stain removers, bleaches, and dyes. The symptoms and treatment for ammonia exposure are similar to those for ammonium hydroxide.

Note: This list may not be all inclusive.




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