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Diphoterine

Diphoterine is a multi-purpose solution suitable for any kind of chemical contamination, except for hydrofluoric acid and its derivatives.  In this instance Hexafluorine should be used.

Diphoterine is an aqueous non-toxic solution, which contains an absorbant that connects immediately to the chemical aggressor and it draws it away from the skin or eye.  Whether it is an irritant or corrosive Diphoterine attracts, neutralises and absorbs the chemical aggressor.  This is something water cannot do as it is hypotonic, which can make it easier for the chemical to penetrate the skin.

The product has been approved by the Therapeutical Goods Administration for use in Australia and comes in a variety of packages, designed for various applications.  Diphoterine is neither toxic, nor irritant, nor corrosive.

The seriousness of a chemical burn will depend on the chemical involved, the concentration, the temperature of the chemical and the duration of the contact.  The consequences of a burn can be catastrophic and permanent.

Hexafluorine

Hexafluorine is a first aid washing solution specific for eye and skin splashes due to Hydofluoric Acid (HF).  All concentrations od Hydrofluoric Acid are dangerous.  Its action is both corrosive and toxic and can be immediate or delayed with fatal consequences depending on the concentration of the agressive chemical.

Hexafluorine like Diphoterine is a non-toxic active sterile solution that will neutralize both the corrosive (H+IONS) and Toxic (F-IONS) actions of Hydrofluoric Acid.