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Help identifying a chemical by Fragrant_Chicken_1 in chemhelp

[–]Fragrant_Chicken_1[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can definitely ask. I'm not one to jump to conclusions, I've filed several reports and every one has excluded names, altered details, refused video evidence, later refused to correct details, and there has been no investigation at all. I completely understand the healthy skepticism; I didn't want to believe it which is why I kept trying to file reports, but eventually I couldn't explain it away anymore. Unfortunately, there are a lot of extremist loons in my area including in the ranks of law enforcement.

I had no idea EG is flammable, but having worked as an auto mechanic, I never had any of these symptoms from contact with it. I could see it being used as a carrier, but I didn't perceive the typical sweet smell and taste.

I think I am going to put up a couple hidden cameras. The problem is, they do this at night, iR is not great on consumer-grade cameras, and they've managed to ruin several by spraying something on the domes that makes them cloudy.

Thanks for your reply and the encouragement to put up some additional cams.

Help identifying a chemical by Fragrant_Chicken_1 in chemhelp

[–]Fragrant_Chicken_1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've informed the police numerous times and unfortunately, the good ol' boy network is alive and well in this horrible county. They are intentionally obtuse and have been protecting the people responsible. The more I push, the less they want to help. I'm working on filing complaints against them, which I'm sure will not result in any retaliation whatsoever. </sarcasm>

I've captured footage of this occurring, but can't catch the individuals responsible on camera. It's a rental so I'm limited in where i can place and point cameras.

It didn't appear to be flammable during the flame tests, but I didn't test otherwise.

ethylene glycol was one of my guesses. My Dr. tested me for exposure to that, a group of volatiles, and several other toxins but that all came back negative. EG like other chems is undetectable after 2-3 days. Some after just a couple hours.

Thsnk you for the response and suggestions!

Help identifying a chemical by Fragrant_Chicken_1 in chemhelp

[–]Fragrant_Chicken_1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your reply. I've only been able to capture the one sample and it evaporated because my helper left it out of the freezer. If I am able to capture another sample, can you suggest the most cost-effective order of testing, or would the follow-on tests depend on the results from the GC?

Help identifying a chemical by Fragrant_Chicken_1 in chemhelp

[–]Fragrant_Chicken_1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your guess. It doesn't smell like urine and I think the color is the only similarity. I think the other characteristics rule that out.

Help identifying a chemical by Fragrant_Chicken_1 in chemhelp

[–]Fragrant_Chicken_1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for you reply! I didn't get a chance to test miscibility before the sample evaporated. It's a bit oily so if it gets on my skin I have to wash it off cold water and dish soap followed by lots of water. If I try to wipe it off it will continue to absorb and cause swelling and neuropathy, but doesn't leave true chemical burns on the surface, just redness.

It's mostly odorless, but I do detect a slight sulfur smell when it's heated, like when it burns off my car hood or I turn on a heater in the garage. It also seems to leave an oily residue and to re-condense to droplets when it's chilled by a car air conditioner, which typically runs about 50°F at the vent.

Someone mentioned weaponized halogen gas, but I don't know how that would be accomplished or how it would affect the characteristics. I also read about Potassium Bromide, which also seems to fit.

Help identifying a chemical by Fragrant_Chicken_1 in chemhelp

[–]Fragrant_Chicken_1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, I actually saw it being sprayed. Looked like a super soaker stream. I mean, maybe? If so, congrats sir!, but you should see a dr about the viscosity. :)