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Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)
Sec-Butylbenzene
An aromatic hydrocarbon used primarily as an industrial solvent and intermediate in chemical syntheses. Not a food ingredient; exposure mainly through inhalation or dermal contact in occupational settings.
Tracked contaminantUpdated Apr 18, 2024
Health score-3.0
-5Poor5
Water guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Food and supplement guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Risks
Toxicity with inhalation or skin contact, potential respiratory irritation, possible central nervous system effects, flammability
Benefits
None