What causes chemical eye burns?
You may get chemicals in your eye at work. You may also get a chemical burn at home or anyplace else that has chemicals. Chemicals can get into your eyes by accident or as part of a physical attack. Eye burns in a physical attack may happen if someone throws chemicals into your face on purpose. Eye burns may also happen in times of war when chemicals can be used as weapons. • Common causes of chemical eye burns at home may include: • Ammonia, bleach, and toilet bowl cleaner. • Vinegar and glass polish. • Dishwasher detergent, oven cleaner, and drain cleaner. • Contact lens cleaner. • Car battery fluid. • Swimming pool cleaner. • Common causes of chemical eye burns at work may include: • Ammonia. • Lime (a chemical that may be found in cement or plaster). • Products that remove rust. • Solvents (used for cleaning things). • Hydrochloric acid (used for making some food and leather products). • Other causes of chemical eye burns: • Fireworks. • Gasoline. • Chemicals used to make illegal d
