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To: grey_whiskers

That’s one of the reasons why you never find bleach and ammonia one same shelf or in the same isle. I am not so sure if it makes mustard gas, but whatever it is will take your breath away if these two get mixed.


1,645 posted on 09/06/2023 8:37:03 PM PDT by Saintgermain
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To: Saintgermain
Definitely a no-no!

"Mixing bleach and ammonia can produce toxic gases, including chloramine gas, which can be poisonous if inhaled.6 The reaction between bleach and ammonia is highly exothermic and can potentially cause explosions if the area isn't ventilated.2 The primary toxic chemical formed by this reaction is chloramine vapor, which has the potential to form hydrazine, which can cause respiratory irritation, edema, headache, nausea, and seizures.4 Mixing bleach with some household cleaners can generate chlorine gas, and mixing bleach with ammonia generates toxic chloramine vapor.0 However, death from mixing bleach and ammonia is very rare.1 It is important to always read the product label before using a cleaning product."

1,646 posted on 09/06/2023 8:50:21 PM PDT by Pete from Shawnee Mission ( )
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To: Saintgermain
Chloramines (NH2Cl, or NHCL2, or NCL3. ...those are what actually make the "swimming pool smell" at the pool.
1,657 posted on 09/06/2023 9:46:30 PM PDT by grey_whiskers ( The opinions are solely those of the author and are subject to change without notice.)
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To: Saintgermain; grey_whiskers

https://www.healthline.com/health/bleach-and-ammonia

Makes chloramine gas, not mustard gas which is a blister agent.


1,781 posted on 09/07/2023 11:55:52 AM PDT by xone ( )
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