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I have found that by using vanilla flavoring, the stench can be removed from
most clothing, equipment, etc.  I used to work around some FOUL smelling
chemicals.  I would wet a paper towel with vanilla flavoring and put it in a
bag containing my clothes and shoes overnight.  It worked wonders.  It also
works for refrigerators and freezers that have meat in them that goes bad,
such as after a hurricane.

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Prisby, Mary
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Subject: [DCHAS-L] Managing Chemicals with stench characteristics

I have been involved with moving materials from one faciity to another.
During the exercise, I am drafting a more extensive policy for chemical
storage.  Since we have a mulititude of materials, I am focusing on items
that I have highlighted from the existing storage.  One primarily is
materials that have a stench and/or are odiferous.

I understand that there may be products sold to absorb the stench odors or
reduce it.  Double bagging with vermiculite doesn't seem to be as effective
as I would hope.

Any general good practice successes would be greatly appreciated.

Mary
EHS
deCODE Chemsitry