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Ingredients
clandestine labs
which produce methamphetamine
Lye
Ether
Iodine
Draino
Ephedrine
Brake Fluid
Lighter Fluid
Cold Remedies
Lithium Metals
Hydrochloride
Hydriodic Acid
Red Phosphorus
Anhydrous Ammonia
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There are many different chemical "recipes" for making or
"cooking" Meth. Each uses different ingredients. Many
chemicals used in Meth labs are also common in homes.
However, the poor handling and disposal of these chemicals,
as well as mixing incompatible compounds, can create
hazards. Some examples of common household chemicals used in
a Meth lab include flammable, volatile solvents, such as
methanol, ether, benzene, methylene chloride,
trichloroethylene, and toluene. Other common household
chemicals include muriatic acid, sodium hydroxide, table
salt, and ammonia. Meth-related
chemicals not commonly found in large amounts in homes
include anhydrous ammonia, red phosphorous, iodine, reactive
metals, and other solvents not listed above. Additionally,
other hazardous chemicals can be formed during the "cooking"
process.
As a result of Meth "cooking",
many chemicals may contaminate a property. Some household
materials, such as carpeting, wallboard, ceiling tile, or
fabric, may actually absorb spilled chemicals. Furniture or
draperies may also become contaminated. Soil or groundwater
(including nearby drinking water wells) may become
contaminated if chemicals are dumped in a septic system or
on the ground.
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