What would happen if I drank the liquid that comes out of a can of air duster?

Question

When I tip the can of air duster upside down and spray, a cold liquid comes out. What if I were to point it in my mouth and drink that liquid?

Answer 1

Since the liquid doesn't stay liquid very long, you'd likely end up with a very painful frostbite on your tongue and mouth, and since the gas is heavier than air (it is usually tetrafluoroethane), it will settle in the bottom of your lungs and can suffocate you.

Answer 2

Some air dusters contain aerosol. Aerosol in itself is a hazardous chemical. If swallowed it can cause nausea, vomiting, irritations and diarrhea.

The liquid coming out of the can when held upside down and sprayed is extremely cold. So cold it can and would freeze the tissue of your mouth if you tried to drink it. It is cold enough to actually burn your skin / tissue.

Answer 3

Depends on the air duster. Older ones used Freon, which was used for degreasing printed circuit boards. Inhaling or ingesting the liquid is probably a good way to die painfully through suffocation

Answer 4

I've never heard that one. Orange juice might make you feel acidic, mixing with the stomach acids. Other liquids are fine. Sometimes when I don't have time to grab a snack, I drink a soda. Yes, on an empty stomach. And it makes me feel not so hungry. Drink all the water you want on an empty stomach. Stay hydrated. TX Mom

Answer 5

Think about it if the gas off of it can kill you that the liquid probably will to.

Answer 6

Its only propellant, so it won't likely kill you, but it can't be good for you. Also, because its under so much pressure, it'll be cold, and it might cause freezing.

Read the warnings on the back of the can.

Answer 7

A slow painful death

Answer 8

fluorocarbon junkie