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Document ID (ISN)20632
CIS number 74-734
ISSN - Serial title 0009-9309 - Clinical Toxicology
Year 1973
Convention or series no.
Author(s) Winek C.L., Collom W.D., Davis E.R.
Title Accidental solvent fatality.
Bibliographic information Spring 1973, Vol.6, No.1, p.23-27. 6 ref.
Abstract A case is reported of an accidental death following exposure to a commercial organic solvent used as paint remover and containing benzene, methanol and acetone. The case illustrates the need for strong cautionary warnings on the labels of products of the type involved. More specific directions for adequate exchange of air should be given, and the maximum permissible time of exposure should be indicated.
Descriptors (primary) benzene; paint removers; organic solvents
Descriptors (secondary) case study; acetone; fatalities; autopsy; methanol
Document type -
Subject(s) Toxic and dangerous substances
Broad subject area(s)
Browse category(ies) Aromatic hydrocarbons