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July 2, 2022 - The ATSDR ToxFAQs™ is a series of summaries about hazardous substances developed by the ATSDR Division of Toxicology. Information for this series is excerpted from the ATSDR Toxicological Profiles and Public Health Statements. Each fact sheet serves as a quick and easy to understand guide.

November 8, 2023 - Acetone is a clear solvent that companies add to products such as nail polish remover. It is generally safe to use, but has some risks.

October 4, 2024 - Acetone is in nail polish remover, and in your body. Learn what this chemical does, and the risks of too much exposure.

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May 27, 2023 - Acetone | CH3-CO-CH3 or C3H6O | CID 180 - structure, chemical names, physical and chemical properties, classification, patents, literature, biological activities, safety/hazards/toxicity information, supplier lists, and more.

3 weeks ago - The human body naturally produces small amounts of acetone during the breakdown of fat and it may be present in the diet as it occurs naturally in several fruits and vegetables. There may also be exposure to very low levels of acetone in drinking water and outdoor air following release from ...

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June 30, 2022 - On this page Overview Health effects Environmental effects Sources of emissions References Description Acetone is used as a solvent for fats, oils, waxes, resins, rubber, plastics, lacquers, varnishes and rubber cements.

The low levels of acetone in ambient air reduce the concern for inhalation exposure in the general population. Individuals who smoke cigarettes, frequently use acetone-containing products in their home, or work in certain occupations may have higher risk of exposure.

March 2, 2023 - What are other names or identifying information for acetone? CAS Registry No.

July 16, 2019 - However, because acetone is so quickly absorbed, this method is only effective within the first hour of ingestion. Stomach pumping raises the risk of accidental aspiration pneumonia, a condition in which the water is accidentally pumped into the lungs instead of the stomach.

Acetone can be extremely harmful to human health if the use of a product containing acetone is abused and used improperly, or if exposed at high levels of concentration and for long periods of time....

January 21, 2015 - Important information about toxic substances and how they affect our health.

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In a retrospective mortality study of 948 employees (697 men, 251 women) of a cellulose fiber plant where acetone was used as the only solvent, no significant excess risk of death from any cause (all causes, malignant neoplasm, circulatory system disease, ischemic heart disease) compared with ...

October 14, 2022 - Acetone has undergone a comprehensive review under the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Voluntary Children’s Chemical Evaluation Program (VCCEP).3 The objective of VCCEP was to ensure that adequate toxicity and exposure information was available to assess potential risks to children.