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Body Repair - Safety and Cleanliness - Organic Solvent Toxicity
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Organic Solvent Toxicity |
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Toxic Effects of Organic Solvents
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Organic solvents may enter the human body by inhalation of the vapors, or direct skin contact. They tend to concentrate in organs with high amounts of fat, such as the liver. Depending on the amount and length of exposure, symptoms can become acute or chronic. The main symptoms are shown below: |
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Respiratory (breathing) difficulty | |
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Dizziness, anemia etc. (blood generation stops) | |
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Symptoms of poisoning (acute, chronic) | | |
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Health Hazards Associated With Solvent Exposure
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Toxicity to the nervous system | |
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Reproductive system damage
Liver and kidney damage, respiratory impairment, cancer, and dermatitis | | |
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Precautions for Isocyanate Group (-NCO) Compounds
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Hardeners used with two-component urethane paints contain isocyanate compounds. | |
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Health effects of isocyanate exposure include: irritation of skin and mucous membranes, chest tightness, and difficulty breathing. | |
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Isocyanates include compounds also classified as potential human carcinogens and known to cause cancer in animals. | |
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Always wear a respirator, protective clothing, and gloves designed and approved for use with isocyanates. when working with chemicals containing these compounds. | |
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If you experience any of the above symptoms, stop using isocyanate compounds immediately and seek medical attention. | | | | 
