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Stoddard solvent poisoning

Definition:

This is poisoning caused by swallowing or touching stoddard solvent, a flammable, liquid chemical that smells like kerosene.



Alternative Names:
Texsolve S poisoning; Varsol 1 poisoning

Poisonous Ingredient:

Petroleum distillates



Where Found:
  • Stoddard solvent (mineral spirits)
  • Paints
  • Dy cleaning fluids
  • Paint thinner
  • Toners used in copy machines
Note: This list is not necessarily all inclusive.


Review Date: 3/21/2006
Reviewed By: Eric Perez, MD, Department of Emergency Medicine, St. Luke's-RooseveltHospital Center, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed HealthcareNetwork.

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