ABSTRACT
Bromates are used as neutralizers in cold waves. On contact with acids such as gastric hydrochloric acid, potassium bromate releases hydrogen bromate, which is an irritating acid. The principal manifestations of acute bromate poisoning are vomiting and collapse. Non-poisonous cold wave neutralizers are available and should be used. If poisonous neutralizers are used they must be stored and used safely. Remove poison by gastric lavage or emesis. The gastric lavage or emetic should contain 30–50 g of sodium bicarbonate and 50 g of sodium thiosulfate for each liter of water. Skin sensitization is unusual. Aspiration or inhalation of any of these products could cause a chemical pneumonitis. Implantation of any of these substances will cause foreign body reaction. Many non-toxic compounds are used as skin protectives, as skin softeners, and as ingredients in cosmetics.
