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World J Clin Pediatr. Nov 9, 2021; 10(6): 124-136
Published online Nov 9, 2021. doi: 10.5409/wjcp.v10.i6.124
Table 1 Commonly ingested corrosives in children
Acid
Sulfuric acidBatteries, industrial cleaning agents, metal plating, toilet cleaner
Hydrochloric acidSolvents, metal cleaners, lime solvents, toilet and drain cleaners, muriatic acid, antirust compounds
Acetic acidPickling vinegar, vinegar spirit, wart solution
Phosphoric acidToilet cleaners
Oxalic acidPaint thinners, metal cleaners, toilet cleaner
Alkali
Sodium hydroxideGrease/oil cleaners, drain cleaners, sink openers, oven cleaners, oil removers
Potassium hydroxideOven cleaners, washing powders, paint remover
Sodium carbonateSoap manufacturing, fruit drying on farms
Sodium hypochloriteHousehold bleaches
Ammonium hydroxideGeneral cleaner and grease remover
Miscellaneous
Hydrogen peroxideSurface and food cleaner
Potassium permanganateDisinfectants, hair dyes