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I sprayed my bathroom with milton disinfectant then sprayed dettol disinfectant over it, is this dangerous?
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Look up chemistry: Milton disinfectant: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Milton_sterilizing_fluid contains sodium hypochlorite, a potent/toxic oxidizing agent. Dettol: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dettol contains chloroxylenol, another chlorine molecule based toxic agent + other agents added to cover up perception of toxic smell. Highest toxicity is to lungs. Best avoid breathing fumes & wear respirator mask if use.
Answered 4/26/2020
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