What is it?
Benzotriazole is an anti-corrosive agent used in copper and its alloys.

How can I avoid it?
Contact avoidance requires reading labels, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and on occasion, communication with the manufacturer that potentially uses this ingredient in products they produce.

Uses:
  • Anti-corrosive agent in:
    • Dry cleaning fluid
    • Hydraulic fluids
    • Cooling fluids
    • Anti-freeze
    • Photographic development
  • Dishwashing detergent
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Antifungals
  • Antibacterials
  • Anthelmintics (de-worming agent)
  • Wastewater treatment
  • Cleaning and furnishing care products
  • Reagent for testing of silver
Other names for Benzotriazole:
  • 1H-Benzotriazole
  • Preventol CI8-100
  • 1,2-Aminoazophenylene
  • Benzene Azimide
  • 2,3-Diazaindole
  • 1,2,3-Triazaindene
  • BTA
  • Azimidobenzine
  • 1,2,3-1H-Benzotriazol

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How safe is it?

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