Some people exposed to very high levels of xylene for a short period of time have died. Most of the information on health effects in humans exposed for long periods of time is from studies of …

Both short- and long-term exposure to high concentrations of xylene can also cause a number of effects on the nervous system, such as headaches, lack of muscle coordination, dizziness, …

People who breathe high levels may have dizziness, confusion, and a change in their sense of balance. Xylene has been found in at least 840 of the 1,684 National Priority List sites …

have very similar effects on health. No health effects have been noted at the background levels that people are exposed to on a daily basis. Short-term exposure of people to high levels of …

At acute-duration inhalation concentrations as low as 50 ppm, xylenes produce irritant effects on the eyes, skin, and mucous membranes; impaired respiratory function; and mild central …

May 13, 2024 · Xylene has moderate toxicity, posing serious risks to human health, such as acute poisoning symptoms of eye and upper respiratory tract irritation and chronic poisoning …

Evidence topics included the pharmacokinetics, narcotic effects in humans and animals, narcotic mode of action (MOA), and strength of DNT signal for xylene.

Toluene is mildly irritating to the mucous membranes, skin, and eyes. Short-term exposure to airborne toluene levels of less than 100 ppm has not been associated with discomfort. Humans …

This article reviews the various acute and chronic health effects of xylene through various routes of exposure. Keywords: Biological exposure index; Laboratory technicians and xylene toxicity; …

chronic effects of oral or dermal xylene exposure in humans were identified. Xylene exposure has been associated with effects in a number of organ systems including the lungs, skin and eyes; …

EFFECTS ON HUMANS. Evidence of brain hemorrhages and axonic anoxia was observed in a person who died as a result of exposure to xylene at approximately 10,000 ppm over an 18-h …

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Dec 4, 2024 · For the general population, low level exposure to xylene can occur from cigarette smoke and vehicle exhaust emissions. People may breathe in small amounts when using …

Like most organic solvents, xylene has irritating effects on the skin, mucous membranes and respiratory tract. It has a narcotic effect on the nervous system, variable effects on the liver …

These levels cover health effects observed at increasing dose concentrations and durations, differences in response by species, MRLs to humans for noncancer end points, and EPA’s …

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It explains a substance’s relevant toxicologic properties in a nontechnical, question-and-answer format, and it includes a review of the general health effects observed following exposure.