  Stoddard Solvent Toxicity Biological Fate  Course: SS3057 CE
Original Date: September 1, 1993 CE Renewal Date:
October 1, 2000 CE Expiration Date: October 18, 2006 Download
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Section   The following is about biological fate.  Data on the
toxicokinetics and pathophysiology of Stoddard solvent are
limited and largely extrapolated from what is known about the
fate and effects of other related petroleum products such as
white spirits. Inhalation is the principal route of significant
exposure for most petroleum distillates. Dermal absorption is
usually limited because petroleum distillates evaporate readily;
however, dermal absorption is enhanced through nonintact skin or
through prolonged contact with the liquid, although no systemic
effects have been noted.  The main hazard from ingestion of
paraffin-type petroleum products is pulmonary aspiration.
Systemic toxicity is uncommon unless large volumes are ingested
and absorbed. In one study of human vol