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organic solvent

carbon-based solvents Uses: - used in paints, varnishes, lacquers, adhesives, glues degreasing/cleaning agents - used for production of dyes, polymers, plastics, textiles, printing inks, agricultural products, and pharmaceuticals Adverse effects: - many organic solvents are classified as carcinogens, teratogens or neurotoxins

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toxin (hazardous material, poison)

References

  1. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Workplace Safety & Health Topics: Organic Solvents http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/organsolv/
  2. Rutchik JS and Ramachandran TS Medcsape(eMedicine): Organic Solvents http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1174981-overview