| abstract |
The present invention relates to one or more of toxic industrial chemicals and toxic industrial materials such as stimulants, heavy metals, radioactive metals, acid and acid stimulants, pesticides and various agricultural chemicals (collectively referred to as toxic compounds, substances or simply toxins). Formulations and related methods for neutralizing toxic compounds and / or materials, as well as formulations and related methods for decontaminating surfaces in contact with such materials. As such, the formulations of the present invention can be used to neutralize a broad range of toxic chemicals and materials. In one embodiment, the active ingredient comprises 2,3-butanedione monooxime (also called diacetyl monooxime (DAM)) and an alkali salt thereof, such as potassium 2,3-butanedione monooxime (KBDO) do. In addition, the formulations typically include a carrier in which the active ingredient is dispersed. In one embodiment, the carrier is polyethylene glycol (PEG); Monomethoxypolyethylene glycol (mPEG); And combinations and derivatives thereof. |