SAEDNEWS: When hydrochloric acid (muriatic acid) is mixed with bleach, chlorine gas is released, and chlorine is converted into hydrochloric acid, which is extremely dangerous for the lungs.
According to SAEDNEWS, Do not mix other cleaning agents with hydrochloric acid (muriatic acid). Every year during house cleaning, many women suffer from poisoning. The risk of this problem increases when hydrochloric acid is combined with other cleaning products. Mixing hydrochloric acid with other detergents produces a dangerous gas called chloramine, which causes breathing problems, burns, and blockage of the airways, and can even lead to death.
These two cleaning products, when mixed, create highly dangerous substances that can cause serious damage to the lungs, and inhaling this mixture—especially in enclosed spaces—can lead to irreversible harm. Some homemakers use bleach to clean stains on tiles, bathroom floors, and toilets, and in some cases, for stronger cleaning, they may decide to add hydrochloric acid (muriatic acid), a decision that can bring numerous risks and consequences.
As mentioned above, mixing hydrochloric acid and bleach produces a gas called chlorine, which can convert into hydrochloric acid in the respiratory system. People who inhale this gas may experience symptoms such as shortness of breath, asthma, and wheezing, which may be temporarily treated with medication; however, over time, these symptoms can persist in the body, and in some cases, full recovery may not occur, requiring long-term or continuous medical treatment.
Using this combination, especially in enclosed spaces or areas with low ceilings, increases the level of danger. This is because the gases are released suddenly, and inhaling them in a closed environment can lead to a reduction in available oxygen and a drop in blood oxygen levels.
It is better to minimize the use of hydrochloric acid and instead use other cleaning agents. If its use is unavoidable, it should only be used in small amounts and in open or well-ventilated areas, and it must never be mixed with other cleaning products.
Individuals with asthma, allergies, or sensitive lungs should never use hydrochloric acid, and especially should avoid any mixture with bleach.
If someone is overly obsessive about cleaning and feels unable to avoid using such hazardous chemicals, it is important to address and manage this behavior to prevent potentially dangerous incidents.
