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Caustics (Acids, Corrosive Agents)

Caustics are chemicals that burn or corrode people's skin, eyes, and mucus membranes (lining of the nose, mouth, throat, and lungs) on contact.

Info for Professionals

• Case Definition: Caustic or Corrosive Agents
  Clinical description, lab criteria for diagnosis, case classification, & additional resources

Specific Chemical Agents

• Hydrofluoric acid (hydrogen fluoride)

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