PMK

[carol_maurin1]

First time PMK film (in liquid form) developer user. After I got it I read somewhere that it is fairly toxic. Any thoughts on this would be appreciated. The Formulary included a paper about 2 other products that sounded interesting: DiXactol Film developer and ABC Pyro Plus film developer. Looking for feedback from users. thanks

carol

[shawn_stupidpost]

Gordon Hutching Book <u>The Book of Pyro</u> goes through all the

toxicity issues. <b>PYRO is deadly toxic if taken internally</b>.

shawn

[pat_j._krentz_29_palms__ca]

Any developer is toxic if taken internally, they are for developing

film, not drinking, as for absorption through the skin it is very

slight and unless you have a sensitivity to pyro there is not a lot to

worry about. Be careful and use your head and gloves. Pat

[michael_fraser1]

Pyrogallol is the most toxic substance used in photography. Don't

drink it; don't soak your hands in it, and don't breath the dry pyro

dust. Still, there are much more toxic chemicals used daily in

household cleaning. Never combine chlroine bleach and amonia! The

resulting gas will kill you in seconds! Still pyro scares people who

use household cleaners daily without concern. Go figure!

[Bill Bowes]

Hello everyone. Years ago I adopted what I believe is a sensible motto. All Photographic Chemicals should be treated as Haz Mat stuff!! Playtex makes a great set of rubber gloves for washing dishes, floors, etc. They last 6 months or more and can be purchase at a reasonable price. Use baby powder on your hands to get them on/off quickly. I am sure other companies have similar products. On your next birthday, give yourself a set for a present!! Enjoy, Bill