![]() ![]() Pregnancy and the unborn childĭue to lack of data, it is not possible to assess the reproductive and developmental effects of white spirit. White spirit and cancerĭue to lack of human data and the limited data in animals, it is not known whether white spirit causes cancer, therefore, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) considered it as being not classifiable. Eye exposure may cause an immediate stinging and burning sensation and tearing. Dermatitis can develop following repeated exposure. Prolonged contact can cause redness, blistering and burns. Skin contact with white spirit causes irritation, drying and cracking. Exposure to very high concentrations via inhalation may cause symptoms similar to those seen following ingestion. Severe lung damage called pneumonitis can occur if liquid white spirit is inhaled directly into the lungs, for example, from inhaling vomit after swallowing white spirit.īreathing in white spirit vapours may cause irritation of the nose, throat and lungs, shortness of breath, stomach upset, dizziness, headache, lack of coordination and drowsiness. In severe cases, white spirit may be absorbed into the body causing drowsiness, lack of coordination, fitting, heart problems and coma. Ingestion of white spirit can cause stomach upset and abdominal pain. Following exposure to any chemical, the adverse health effects you may encounter depend on several factors, including the amount to which you are exposed (dose), the way you are exposed, the duration of exposure, the form of the chemical and if you were exposed to any other chemicals. You may be exposed to white spirit by breathing or drinking the substance, or by skin contact. In order for it to cause any adverse health effects, you must come into contact with it. The presence of white spirit in the environment does not always lead to exposure. How exposure to white spirit can affect your health However, safe limits are enforced to protect the employees such levels are below those that are thought to cause harmful effects. Exposure may also occur in an occupational setting where white spirit is produced or used. The general population may be exposed to white spirit due to its use in various consumer products for example paints and varnishes, although such levels in these sources are unlikely to cause harm if the product is used correctly. ![]() White spirit may be released into the environment during its production, transport and use. How white spirit gets into the environment In households, white spirit is commonly used to clean paint brushes or thin paint. In industry it is also used as a solvent for, cleaning, degreasing and substance extraction. White spirit is used in paints, coatings, waxes, varnishes, adhesives, printing inks and liquid photocopier toners. Other common names for white spirit are Stoddard solvent, turpentine substitute, mineral spirit and paint thinner. It is a mixture of chemicals known as petroleum hydrocarbons. White spirit is a flammable, clear, colourless liquid. ![]()
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