What are the hazards of foam cleaning agents

Although foam cleaning agents are widely used, many people are worried about the adverse effects on our health when using these cleaning agents. This is true because the raw materials and products are different, which may endanger health invisibly. Some people may experience headaches, bronchitis, dizziness, fatigue and other discomfort symptoms.

1. Acetone, also known as dimethyl ketone, is the simplest ketone with a melting point of -95 degrees and a boiling point of 56 degrees. It is a colorless liquid with a special smell (bitter almonds) and can dissolve cellulose acetate and cellulose nitrate. Acetone is not particularly toxic to the human body, but inhalation can cause symptoms such as headaches and bronchitis. If large amounts are inhaled, loss of consciousness may occur. In daily life, it is mainly used for degreasing, dehydrating, fixing, etc. It is a minor component in blood and urine. Acetone is the main (or only) ingredient in nail polish removers. Cleaning agents with acetone as the main additive have very good cleaning effects and are generally non-toxic to the human body. They are widely used by brands such as Fengjing and Dongyuan. But its production cost is high.

2. Methane, the simplest organic compound. Methane is a colorless, odorless gas with a boiling point of -161.4°C and a melting point of -182.5°C. Boiling point: -161.5°C. Slightly soluble in water, soluble in alcohol and ether. Methane is basically non-toxic to humans, but when the concentration is too high, it will significantly reduce the oxygen content in the air and cause suffocation. When the methane content in the air reaches 25%-30%, it can cause headaches, dizziness, fatigue, inattention, accelerated breathing and heartbeat, and ataxia. If not removed in time, it may cause suffocation and death. Skin contact with liquefied product may cause frostbite.

3. Methanol is highly toxic and has the greatest impact on the human nervous system and blood system. It will produce toxic reactions if ingested through the digestive tract, respiratory tract or skin. Methanol vapor can damage human respiratory mucosa and vision. Symptoms of acute poisoning include: headache, nausea, stomach pain, fatigue, blurred vision and even blindness, followed by difficulty breathing, and ultimately paralysis of the respiratory center and death. Chronic poisoning reactions include: dizziness, drowsiness, headache, tinnitus, loss of strength, and digestive disorders. If methanol intake exceeds 4 grams, poisoning reaction will occur. Accidentally ingesting a small cup of more than 10 grams can cause blindness, and large amounts can cause death.