由 lltx1822 “Corrosive Prohibited Items: Invisible Killers During Transportation”
Corrosive substances like sulfuric acid, hydrochloric acid, nitric acid, and sodium hydroxide are widely used in industrial production. However, once they enter illegal transportation channels, they become invisible killers that can lead to catastrophic consequences at any time. These substances are highly corrosive and can rapidly damage materials such as metals, rubbers, and plastics. During transportation, if the packaging is slightly damaged and the corrosive liquid or gas leaks, it can not only corrode the transportation vehicles but also burn the skin of transportation workers, causing irreversible injuries. If leaked into the soil and water bodies, they will change the soil’s pH value, lead to plant death, pollute water sources, and disrupt the ecological balance. In 2018, a logistics company illegally transported hydrochloric acid. During the journey, the container ruptured, and a large amount of hydrochloric acid flowed into the river. As a result, fish and shrimp within several kilometers of the surrounding waters disappeared, and the soil of the surrounding farmland became severely acidified, causing direct economic losses of millions of yuan. The person in charge of the company was investigated for criminal liability for violating the regulations on the transportation of hazardous chemicals. This shows that the hazards of corrosive prohibited items cannot be underestimated, and illegal transportation must be strictly prohibited.