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I work with waste auto batteries, the skin on my hands has come into contact with the acid and is now very dry and discoloured?
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Acid on skin : Battery acid has a very low Ph and if exposed to skin may cause chemical burns. Prevention should include a barrier for protection; such as a pair of work gloves. Dry skin and discoloration should resolve if exposure to acid stops. Any skin breakdown with redness or blisters should be evaluated by a physician in person.
Answered 5/1/2019
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