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Many septic tank cleaners change the water's acidity, causing many bacteria to die. Products containing sodium or potassium hydroxide (lye) are highly caustic to humans. They also change acidity of the water and speed soil clogging. Septa tank cleaner containing organic solvents such as trichloroethylene should never be used because they are toxic, take a very long time to break down in the environment, and have been shown to contaminate the ground water.

Use and storage:
Avoid septic tank cleaners containing organic solvents. Store out of reach of children. If the container is a glass jar, store inside a plastic container and clearly label the outside of the container with the contents. Store on a high shelf or in a locked cabinet.

Disposal:
Unless the septic tank cleaner is an organic solvent, small amounts of the septic tank cleaner can be flushed down the drain with plenty of water. Organ solvents should be carefully stored until you can dispose of them through a licensed hazardous waste handler or through a professional household hazardous waste collection.

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