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Some of the common chemicals found in your home shouldn't be mixed together. It's one thing to say “don't mix bleach with ammonia,” but it's not always easy to know what products contain these two chemicals. Here are some products you may have found around the home that should not be combined.
Chlorine bleach is sometimes called “sodium hypochlorite” or “hypochlorite.” You will encounter it in chlorine bleach, automatic dishwashing detergents, chlorinated disinfectants and cleaners, chlorinated scouring powder, mildew removers, and toilet bowl cleaners. Do not mix products together. Do not mix them with ammonia or vinegar.
Read the labels of products in your home and follow instructions for proper use. Many containers will state the most common dangers from interaction with other products.
Throwing your household chemicals in the garbage or putting it down the drain can be dangerous to your family and our environment. For more information about how to safely dispose of hazardous waste, refer to White Rock hazardous waste removal.