Photographic fixative poisoning
Definition
Photographic fixatives are chemicals used to develop photographs.
This article discusses poisoning from swallowing such chemicals.
Alternative Names
Photographic developer poisoning; Hydroquinone poisoning; Quinone poisoning; Sulfite poisoningPoisonous Ingredient
- Hydroquinones
- Quinones
- Sodium thiosulfate
- Sodium sulfite/bisulfite
- Boric acid
Photographic fixative can also break down (decompose) to form sulfur dioxide gas.
Where Found
These chemicals are found in products used to develop photographs.
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