Trisodium phosphate poisoning
Definition
Trisodium phosphate is a strong chemical. Poisoning occurs if you accidentally swallow, breathe in, or spill large amounts of this substance on your skin.
Alternative Names
Sodium orthophosphate poisoning; Trisodium orthophosphate poisoning
Poisonous Ingredient
Trisodium phosphate
Where Found
- Some automatic dishwashing soaps
- Some toilet bowl cleaners
- Many industrial solvents and cleaners (hundreds to thousands of construction agents, flooring strippers, brick cleaners, cements, and many others)
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