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cellosolve: see glycol glycol (glī`kōl), dihydric alcohol in which the two hydroxyl groups are bonded to different carbon atoms; the general formula for a ..... Click the link for more information. . How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Inhalation of vapors from butyl cellosolve, used as a solvent to dissolve grease, may irritate the respiratory tract and cause nausea, headaches, dizziness and unconsciousness. There are no harmful ingredients in the cleaner such as bleach, ammonia, chlorine and butyl cellosolve, which can cause breathing problems, coughing, skin and eye irritation, allergic reactions or worse. But, he says, "There is a carcinogenic substance named butyl cellosolve that is highly biodegradable and very toxic. |
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