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Because they contain lye and sulfuric acid. Drain cleaners are made of synthetic chemicals are toxic to people and the environment.
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Are rubbish bags toxic?
Depends on what the bag is made of, and on what's in them. Household waste is usually not toxic, unless you put things like batteries, medicines or chemicals like drain cleaners, paints or solvents in them. Most plastic bags aren't toxic either. Some can give off toxic fumes when burnt though.
Do sink drain cleaners contain strong bases?
they sure do.
How can you get acid and bases?
You have a couple of them at home. Citric acid in your lemon and orange. Hydrochloric/sulfuric acid in your drain cleaners. Lye (sodium hydroxide) in drain cleaners. Acetic acid in vinegar.
Are there any stainless steel cleaners that are non-toxic for pets?
Yes you can find stainless stell cleaners that are non-toxic for pets from any in store or online such as amzon.com, dogster.com, greenliving.nationalgeographic.com and many more.
Can you use drain cleaner in dishwasher?
No. Many vital parts in the dishwasher are plastic. Usually, the drain hose is plastic, too. Drain cleaners are ok for PVC pipes, but too caustic for other types of plastic. Drain cleaners also cause corrosion of metal parts.
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What used In drain cleaners Acids or bases?
The base Sodium Hydroxide is found in drain cleaners I am not too sure about oven cleaners but i think oven cleaners have the same base as drain cleaners
What do drain cleaner contain?
Chemical Drain cleaners are very toxic and often contain Lye and sulfuric acid. I always try to unclog a drain naturally by putting a cup of baking soda followed by a cup of vinegar down the drain,let it sit for 20 min or so,then run water in the drain
Will using drain cleaners to often harm my pipes?
Some drain cleaners wil harm plastic pipes if used excessively.
Where would you purchase powdered drain cleaner?
Drain Cleaners is the best purchase powdered drain cleaner.? Also, We provide Find authorized local drain cleaners in your area. Call drain cleaners now at(855-979-9216) for drain cleaning, video camera inspection, a sewer contractor.
Are rubbish bags toxic?
Depends on what the bag is made of, and on what's in them. Household waste is usually not toxic, unless you put things like batteries, medicines or chemicals like drain cleaners, paints or solvents in them. Most plastic bags aren't toxic either. Some can give off toxic fumes when burnt though.
What household objects are toxic?
Mostly household cleaners
Where t o drop off household toxic cleaners in Brooklyn ny?
You can drop off your cleaners at NYC Department of Sanitation. Using green cleaners is safer for your health and is non toxic to the environment. http://patriciapatrick.com
Why is sodium hydroxide used as a drain cleaner?
why is sodium hydroxide usea as drain cleaners
What do you do about toxic waste?
Really you should call 911 and wait for toxic waste cleaners to clean it up.
Do sink drain cleaners contain strong bases?
they sure do.
Which acid or base is used in drain cleaners?
hydrochloric acid
