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    2-Butoxyethanol

    2-Butoxyethanol

    2-Butoxyethanol

    What is it?

    2-Butoxyethanol is a colorless liquid with a mild odor. It's used a a solvent in paint strippers, thinners. Though it can also be found in household cleaners. As the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes, exposure to 2-Butoxyethanol can harm your eyes, skin, kidneys, and blood.

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    More Information

    According to the CDC, below are a list of those most at risk for exposure to 2-Butoxyethanol:

    Workers in silk-screening and printing occupations
    Workers who make or refinish furniture
    Workers who use spray paints
    Employees exposed to certain household cleaners
    Mechanics and others exposed to hydraulic fluids
    Factory workers who manufacture certain cosmetics

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