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What are the most hazardous solvents?

Posted March 28, 2023


Answer

Benzene, methyl chloride, trichloroethylene, carbon disulphide, carbon tetrachloride, tetrachloroethylene, methoxyethanol, and n-hexane are some of the most hazardous solvents. Some of these solvents are recognized as carcinogenic, some are recognized as neurotoxins, and some are recognized as reproductive hazards.

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