formalin/formaldehyde

[llayman@neorx.com]

     I'm a bit late catching up on the postings due to snow. But I haven't 
     seen that anybody really understand what formaldehyde/formalin does.   
     
     Formalin is less than 37% formaldehyde usually in alcohol, usually 
     neutrally buffered (so that it's not acidic or basic).
     
     Formalin/Formaldehyde perfuses and KILLS LIVE TISSUE.  This means it 
     can go through skin and into the bloodstream and play havoc on your 
     liver. Or be inhaled, and kill lung tissue, and get into your 
     bloodstream and work on your liver. Think what it could do to you and 
     your horse if used consistently. Once in a while, in order to stop 
     white line or kill thrush should not be a problem. Used constantly 
     would not be advisable. Even at low concentrations, it retains its 
     ability to kill live tissue.
     
     I always think twice about using anything on my horse that requires me 
     to wear gloves in order to be safe.  
     
     That is all I have to say.  Just remember to be safe so you and your 
     horse can live and ride for as long as possible.
     
     Linda-Cathrine
     LLayman@NeoRx.com