Toilet cleaner is a common cleaning product, which is widely used in families and public places. They contain some chemicals, such as bleach, alkaline substances and acidic substances, which may cause certain harm to human health. This article will introduce toilet cleaner in detail from the aspects of toxicity, precautions and substitutes.
First, the toxicity of toilet cleaner
1, bleach
Bleach is a common ingredient in toilet cleaners, and its main ingredient is sodium hypochlorite or calcium hypochlorite. It can effectively disinfect and bleach, but excessive use or misuse may cause harm to human health.
If bleach comes into contact with skin or eyes, it will cause burning, tingling and redness. If you eat or inhale bleach by mistake, it may cause symptoms such as dyspnea, headache, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea, and even life-threatening.
2. Alkaline substances
Alkaline substance is another common ingredient in toilet cleaner, which can effectively remove stains and sterilize. But excessive use or misuse may do harm to human health.
If alkaline substances come into contact with skin or eyes, it will cause burning sensation, tingling and redness. If you eat or inhale alkaline substances by mistake, it may cause symptoms such as dyspnea, headache, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea, and even life-threatening.
3. Acidic substances
Acidic substance is another common ingredient in toilet cleaner, which can effectively remove scale and clean pipes. But excessive use or misuse may do harm to human health.
If the acid substance comes into contact with the skin or eyes, it will cause burning sensation, tingling and redness. If you eat or inhale acidic substances by mistake, it may cause symptoms such as dyspnea, headache, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea, and even life-threatening.
Second, the use of precautions
1 to prevent accidental eating or misuse.
Toilet cleaner should be kept out of children's reach to avoid accidental eating or misuse. Please read the instructions and safety warnings on the product label carefully before use.
2. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
When using toilet cleaner, wear gloves and masks to avoid contact with skin and eyes. In case of accidental contact with skin or eyes, rinse with plenty of water immediately and seek medical attention in time.
3. Don't mix different kinds of toilet cleaners.
Different kinds of toilet cleaners may contain different chemicals, and mixed use may produce harmful gases. Therefore, don't mix different kinds of toilet cleaner.
Third, substitutes.
In addition to using toilet cleaners, you can also consider using some natural cleaners, such as white vinegar, baking soda, lemon juice and so on. These natural cleaners contain no harmful chemicals and are safer for human health.
Although toilet cleaners can help us keep healthy and clean, they may also be harmful to human health. Therefore, when using toilet cleaner, we should pay attention to the matters needing attention, and consider using natural cleaner.