1. Arsenic Poison
Identification
- Chemical Name: Arsenic
- Chemical Formula: As
- Synonyms: Arsenic Trioxide, White Arsenic
- Use: Pesticides, wood preservatives, and semiconductors.
Hazards
- Health Risks: Carcinogenic, causes skin lesions, respiratory issues, and gastrointestinal distress.
- Environmental Risks: Contaminates soil and water.
Handling and Storage
- PPE: Use gloves, goggles, and a lab coat. Respirators may be required.
- Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from acids and bases.
- Spill Response: Wear PPE, contain and clean up with appropriate absorbents. Dispose of in accordance with regulations.
First Aid
- Inhalation: Move to fresh air, seek medical attention.
- Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing.
- Eye Contact: Rinse with water for at least 15 minutes, seek medical attention.
- Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting, seek medical attention immediately.
2. Aconitine
Identification
- Chemical Name: Aconitine
- Chemical Formula: C34H47NO11
- Synonyms: Aconitine Alkaloid
- Use: Research in pharmacology.
Hazards
- Health Risks: Highly toxic, causes cardiovascular and neurological effects.
- Environmental Risks: May be harmful to aquatic life.
Handling and Storage
- PPE: Wear gloves, protective clothing, and face shields.
- Storage: Store in a secure, cool, dry place, away from light.
- Spill Response: Use appropriate PPE, contain and clean up spills, dispose of waste according to regulations.
First Aid
- Inhalation: Move to fresh air, administer oxygen if needed, seek medical help.
- Skin Contact: Wash immediately with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing.
- Eye Contact: Rinse eyes with water for 15 minutes, seek medical attention.
- Ingestion: Seek medical attention immediately, do not induce vomiting.
3. Batrachotoxin
Identification
- Chemical Name: Batrachotoxin
- Chemical Formula: C31H42O6
- Synonyms: Frog Poison
- Use: Research in toxicology and pharmacology.
Hazards
- Health Risks: Extremely toxic, affects the nervous system and cardiovascular system.
- Environmental Risks: Potentially harmful to wildlife.
Handling and Storage
- PPE: Full protective suit, gloves, and face shield.
- Storage: Store in a tightly sealed container in a secure, cool place.
- Spill Response: Wear PPE, contain spill with absorbents, dispose of as hazardous waste.
First Aid
- Inhalation: Move to fresh air, administer oxygen if necessary, seek medical help.
- Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water immediately, seek medical attention.
- Eye Contact: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes, seek medical help.
- Ingestion: Seek immediate medical attention, do not induce vomiting.
4. Botulinum Toxin
Identification
- Chemical Name: Botulinum Toxin
- Chemical Formula: Varies by type
- Synonyms: Botox
- Use: Medical and cosmetic applications, research.
Hazards
- Health Risks: Causes muscle paralysis, potentially fatal.
- Environmental Risks: Minimal environmental impact.
Handling and Storage
- PPE: Use gloves, lab coat, and face shield.
- Storage: Store in a refrigerated environment, follow manufacturer’s guidelines.
- Spill Response: Wear PPE, contain and clean up spills, follow disposal protocols.
First Aid
- Inhalation: Move to fresh air, seek immediate medical help.
- Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water, seek medical advice.
- Eye Contact: Rinse thoroughly with water, seek medical help.
- Ingestion: Seek immediate medical assistance.
5. Cyanide
Identification
- Chemical Name: Cyanide
- Chemical Formula: CN^-
- Synonyms: Hydrogen Cyanide, Sodium Cyanide
- Use: Mining, electroplating, and as a chemical reagent.
Hazards
- Health Risks: Highly toxic, inhibits cellular respiration, can be fatal.
- Environmental Risks: Highly toxic to aquatic life.
Handling and Storage
- PPE: Wear appropriate gloves, goggles, and respiratory protection.
- Storage: Store in a well-ventilated area away from acids.
- Spill Response: Evacuate area, wear PPE, use neutralizing agents like sodium thiosulfate.
First Aid
- Inhalation: Move to fresh air, administer oxygen, seek medical attention.
- Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water, seek medical attention.
- Eye Contact: Rinse with water for at least 15 minutes, seek medical help.
- Ingestion: Administer antidote (sodium thiosulfate) if instructed by medical personnel, seek immediate medical help.
6. Dimethylmercury
Identification
- Chemical Name: Dimethylmercury
- Chemical Formula: (CH3)2Hg
- Synonyms: Dimethyl Mercury
- Use: Research in organic chemistry.
Hazards
- Health Risks: Extremely toxic, causes neurological damage.
- Environmental Risks: Persistent and bioaccumulative.
Handling and Storage
- PPE: Full-body protective suit, gloves, and respiratory protection.
- Storage: Store in a sealed container under inert gas.
- Spill Response: Evacuate area, contain spill, use specialized cleanup procedures.
First Aid
- Inhalation: Move to fresh air, seek medical help immediately.
- Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
- Eye Contact: Rinse with water for at least 15 minutes, seek medical help.
- Ingestion: Seek immediate medical attention.
7. Maitotoxin
Identification
- Chemical Name: Maitotoxin
- Chemical Formula: C64H104O30S
- Synonyms: Marine Toxin
- Use: Research in toxicology.
Hazards
- Health Risks: Highly toxic, affects calcium ion channels, potentially fatal.
- Environmental Risks: Harmful to marine life.
Handling and Storage
- PPE: Use gloves, lab coat, and face shield.
- Storage: Store in a cool, dry place, away from light.
- Spill Response: Wear PPE, contain and clean up spills, dispose of as hazardous waste.
First Aid
- Inhalation: Move to fresh air, seek medical help immediately.
- Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water, seek medical attention.
- Eye Contact: Rinse with water for 15 minutes, seek medical attention.
- Ingestion: Seek immediate medical attention.
8. Polonium-210
Identification
- Chemical Name: Polonium-210
- Chemical Formula: Po
- Synonyms: Po-210
- Use: Research and nuclear applications.
Hazards
- Health Risks: Highly radioactive, causes radiation poisoning, can be fatal.
- Environmental Risks: Contaminates soil and water.
Handling and Storage
- PPE: Use lead-lined gloves, protective clothing, and shielding.
- Storage: Store in a secure, shielded container.
- Spill Response: Evacuate area, use radiation detectors, and follow radioactive waste disposal protocols.
First Aid
- Inhalation: Move to fresh air, seek medical help immediately.
- Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash with soap and water.
- Eye Contact: Rinse with water for 15 minutes, seek medical help.
- Ingestion: Seek immediate medical attention.
9. Ricin
Identification
- Chemical Name: Ricin
- Chemical Formula: C56H65N11O12
- Synonyms: Ricinus Communis Toxin
- Use: Research and potential bioweapon.
Hazards
- Health Risks: Highly toxic, affects protein synthesis, can be fatal.
- Environmental Risks: Toxic to plants and animals.
Handling and Storage
- PPE: Wear gloves, lab coat, and face shield.
- Storage: Store in a tightly sealed container, under refrigeration if necessary.
- Spill Response: Wear PPE, contain and clean up spills, dispose of as hazardous waste.
First Aid
- Inhalation: Move to fresh air, seek medical help immediately.
- Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water, seek medical attention.
- Eye Contact: Rinse with water for at least 15 minutes, seek medical attention.
- Ingestion: Seek immediate medical help.
10. Sarin
Identification
- Chemical Name: Sarin
- Chemical Formula: C4H10FO2P
- Synonyms: GB
- Use: Chemical warfare agent, insecticide.
Hazards
- Health Risks: Extremely toxic, inhibits acetylcholinesterase, leading to respiratory failure and death.
- Environmental Risks: Highly toxic to all forms of life, rapidly degrades in the environment.
Handling and Storage
- PPE: Use full-body protective suits, gloves, and high-efficiency respirators.
- Storage: Store in secure, well-ventilated areas in sealed containers away from heat sources.
- Spill Response: Evacuate area, wear PPE, use neutralizing agents (e.g., bleach solution), and follow specialized chemical waste disposal procedures.
First Aid
- Inhalation: Move to fresh air, administer antidote (atropine) and oxime (pralidoxime) as directed, seek immediate medical help.
- Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin thoroughly with soap and water, seek medical attention.
- Eye Contact: Rinse eyes with water or saline solution for 15 minutes, seek medical help.
- Ingestion: Seek immediate medical help, administer activated charcoal if instructed by medical personnel.
11. Tetrodotoxin
Identification
- Chemical Name: Tetrodotoxin
- Chemical Formula: C11H17N3O8
- Synonyms: TTX
- Use: Research in neurotoxins, found in pufferfish.
Hazards
- Health Risks: Extremely toxic, causes paralysis and respiratory failure.
- Environmental Risks: Harmful to aquatic life if released into water systems.
Handling and Storage
- PPE: Wear gloves, lab coat, and face shield.
- Storage: Store in a tightly sealed container at low temperatures.
- Spill Response: Use PPE, contain and clean up spills using appropriate absorbents, and dispose of as hazardous waste.
First Aid
- Inhalation: Move to fresh air, seek medical attention immediately.
- Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water, seek medical advice.
- Eye Contact: Rinse thoroughly with water for 15 minutes, seek medical help.
- Ingestion: Seek immediate medical attention, administer activated charcoal if advised.
12. VR Nerve Agent
Identification
- Chemical Name: VR (Venomous Agent X)
- Chemical Formula: Varies by specific compound
- Synonyms: Russian VX, VX
- Use: Chemical warfare agent.
Hazards
- Health Risks: Extremely toxic, inhibits acetylcholinesterase, causing convulsions, respiratory failure, and death.
- Environmental Risks: Highly toxic and persistent in the environment.
Handling and Storage
- PPE: Full-body protective suit, gloves, and high-efficiency respirators.
- Storage: Store in secure, ventilated, and controlled environments. Containers should be robust and sealed.
- Spill Response: Evacuate area, use PPE, neutralize with appropriate agents (e.g., bleach), and follow specific disposal guidelines for chemical warfare agents.
First Aid
- Inhalation: Move to fresh air, administer antidotes (atropine and oxime) as per medical guidelines, seek immediate medical help.
- Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin with soap and water, seek medical attention.
- Eye Contact: Rinse with water or saline solution for 15 minutes, seek medical attention.
- Ingestion: Seek immediate medical help, administer activated charcoal if advised.
Each of these toxins requires specific handling procedures and PPE to ensure safety. In all cases, it is crucial to have proper training, follow established safety protocols, and ensure access to emergency response resources.