I believe that (standard DOT 3-4) fluid is mainly Ethelyne Glycol, or
antifreeze, so follow similar disposal routines. Even Silicone is not
petrolium based.
As always,
Brian
ArthurK101@aol.com wrote:
>
> In a message dated 10-Jun-99 22:08:43 Eastern Daylight Time, MOWOGMAN writes:
>
> > You stated that brake fluid is toxic to the environment? What exactly is
> in
> > it that is so toxic?
> >
>
> John, man-made chemicals are not natural and so most do not belong in the
> natural environment. Oil and petroleum distillates, one of which is brake
> fluid, are harmful to animals and humans. That is why we have "recycling"
> centers. Cheers.
>
> Art Kelly
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