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Many chemical burns occur accidentally through misuse of products such as those for hair, skin, and nail care. Although injuries do occur at home, the risk of sustaining a chemical burn is much greater in the workplace, especially in businesses and manufacturing plants that use large quantities of chemicals.
Most chemical burns are caused by: Acids, such as battery acid, toilet bowl cleaners, or artificial nail primers; Alkalis, such as paint removers, lime, dishwasher powders, or lye. Alkalis usually cause more tissue damage than acids; Metals, such as molten metal compounds used in foundries; Hydrocarbons, such as gasoline or hot tar.