Skin contact with products containing xylene, such as solvents, lacquers, paint thinners and removers, and pesticides may also expose you to xylene. Besides painters and paint industry …

Xylene (C 8 H 10) is a colorless, flammable liquid with a sweet odor. Exposure to xylene can irritate the eyes, nose, skin, and throat. Xylene can also cause headaches, dizziness, …

Exposure to xylene as solvents (in paints or gasoline) can be reduced if the products are used with adequate ventilation and if they are stored in tightly closed containers out of the reach of …

Epidemiological studies looking for associations with xylene exposure and specific cancers either reported no cases or a limited number of cases exposed to xylene and/or reported concurrent …

Overexposure to xylene most commonly affects your nervous system, respiratory system, and skin, as described below. Nervous System: Xylene, like most organic solvents, affects your …

Prolonged exposure to xylene leads to significant amount of solvent accumulation in the adipose and muscle tissue. This article reviews the various acute and chronic health effects of xylene …

Exposure to xylene as solvents (in paints or gasoline) can be reduced if the products are used with adequate ventilation and if they are stored out of the reach of small children. Sometimes …

The effects of exposure to any hazardous substance depend on the dose, the duration, how you are exposed, personal traits and habits, and whether other chemicals are present. For more …

The ATSDR toxicological profile succinctly characterizes the toxicologic and adverse health effects information for the hazardous substance described here. Each peer-reviewed profile …

Studies of unborn animals indicate that high concentrations of xylene may cause increased numbers of deaths, and delayed growth and development. In many instances, these same …

Inhalation of xylene or xylene vapor is the most dangerous type of exposure to this chemical. The most common side effect of inhaled xylene is depression of the central nervous system …

Prolonged exposure to xylene leads to significant amount of solvent accumulation in the adipose and muscle tissue. This article reviews the various acute and chronic health effects of xylene …

Jan 1, 2025 · Flash point: Under the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) classification, xylenes are classified as highly flammable liquid and vapor and harmful if inhaled or contacted. The …

products containing xylene, such as solvents, lacquers, paint thinners and removers, and pesticides may also expose you to xylene. Besides painters and paint industry workers, others …

Dec 4, 2024 · Low level exposure from the correct use of xylene containing products would not be expected to cause adverse health effects. Exposure can occur in the workplace, especially …

Xylene is used as a solvent and in the printing, rubber, and leather industries. It is also used as a cleaning agent, a thinner for paint, and in paints and varnishes. It is found in small amounts in …

May 13, 2024 · Xylene is a dangerous chemical that can cause severe symptoms such as headaches, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and weakness upon exposure. Immediate medical …

Xylene, also known as Dimethyl Benzene, is a colourless, sweet smelling liquid or gas that is widely used as a solvent. It also occurs naturally in petroleum, coal and wood tar. Xylene is a …

3 days ago · Petrochemical solvents (e.g., naphtha, xylene) Fracking chemicals used in drilling operations; By utilizing ISO tanks, these industries benefit from a standardized, …