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Toxic Gases
- January 1, 2007
- Comments
Among the most dangerous chemicals produced and transported are those in gaseous form, known formally as toxic inhalation hazard materials. Some of the most common include:
| Anhydrous Ammonia | |
|---|---|
| Uses | Critical ingredient in plastics, fertilizers, pesticides, detergents, textiles |
| Dangers | Can cause blindness, vomiting, death |
| Chlorine | |
| Uses | Purify drinking water; treat sewage; manufacture other chemicals |
| Dangers | Can burn eyes, skin, respiratory system; may cause death |
| Hydrogen Chloride | |
| Uses | Metal processing; manufacture other chemicals |
| Dangers | Can damage lungs, erode teeth; may cause death |
| Hydrogen Fluoride | |
| Uses | Etch glass; manufacture other chemicals and gasoline |
| Dangers | Can severely damage respiratory system; can cause blindness, death |
| Anhydrous Sulfur Dioxide | |
| Uses | Manufacture other chemicals; refrigerant |
| Dangers | Can cause severe burns, blindness, permanent lung damage, death |
Source: Center for American Progress; Homeland Security Department
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