Hello, I am an art student working with vinegar and iron. I pour vinegar in a jar with small iron objects (screws, bolts etc...) to produce rust (ferric oxide, right?). Once I made my rust vinegar, I paint with it. Are there any health risk associated with this? I.e. can the ferric oxide be absorbed by my skin and breathed in? I had a quick search, it appears that iron oxide is harmful when heated, but could not find any more info. Thank you
Yes, there are health risks associated with using rust vinegar. Iron oxide is a known irritant and can be absorbed through the skin and inhaled. Inhaling iron oxide can cause respiratory irritation and can also cause skin irritation. It is important to wear protective gear such as gloves and a face mask when working with rust vinegar. Additionally, it is important to work in a well-ventilated area to reduce the risk of inhaling the iron oxide.
