Sources: Household products including paints, paint strippers and other solvents; wood preservatives; aerosol sprays; cleansers and disinfectants; moth repellents and air fresheners; stored fuels and automotive products; hobby supplies and dry cleaned clothing.

Health Effects: Eye, nose, and throat irritation; headaches, loss of coordination, nausea; damage to liver, kidneys, and central nervous system. Some organics can cause cancer in animals; some are suspected or known to cause cancer in humans.

Steps to Reduce Exposure:

• Use household products according to manufacturer’s directions.
• Use outdoors or in well-ventilated places.
• Throw away unused or little-used containers safely; buy in quantities that you will use soon.
• Use nontoxic alternatives.