Products That Contain Benzene

Benzene is a colorless liquid that is highly flammable with a sweet odor. It evaporates into the air very quickly and dissolves slightly in water. It is produced by both natural and artificial processes and is a natural component of crude oil, which is the primary source of benzene produced today. Other natural sources of benzene include gas emissions from volcanoes and forest fires. Benzene is primarily used as a solvent in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries. 

While it is a valuable chemical, exposure to this substance can cause severe neurological symptoms as well as create issues in the bone marrow causing anemia, excessive bleeding, and other damages to the immune system. Unfortunately, benzene is also known as a human carcinogen. It has been linked to an increased risk of developing lymphatic and hematopoietic cancers, acute myelogenous leukemia, and chronic lymphocytic leukemia.

Below is a comprehensive list of some of the most common products containing the harmful chemical:

• Sunscreens
• Antiperspirant
• Hand sanitizer
• Inks
• Dry shampoo
• Tobacco smoke
• Adhesives and coatings
• Rubbers
• Paints
• Paint, lacquer, and varnish removers
• Industrial solvents
• Gasoline and other fuels
• Glues
• Furniture wax
• Detergents
• Thinners
• Industrial cleaning and degreasing formulations

If you believe you or someone you know has used any of the products listed above or has been exposed to benzene, immediately contact a medical professional to learn more about your best course of action, then contact an attorney to review your case.

You deserve to know the facts when it comes to the danger you and your loved ones are in when exposed to benzene. According to the National Cancer Institute, there is no safe level of exposure to this harmful carcinogen. Exposure to benzene can cause severe illnesses in people who breathe in, consume foods or beverages, or use products that contain high levels of benzene. The following symptoms may develop anywhere from minutes to several hours after exposure:

• Tremors
• Drowsiness
• Convulsions
• Loss of appetite
• Unconsciousness
• Vomiting
• Dizziness
• Confusion
• Pale or red-dotted skin
• Headaches
• Stomach irritation
• Rapid or irregular heartbeat

Along with the symptoms listed above, direct exposure of benzene to the skin, eyes, or lungs can lead to tissue injury or irritation. In some instances, short-term exposure may even lead to death.

At Morgan & Morgan, our expert attorneys have over 30 years of experience handling these complex cases. We have helped clients who suffered from life-altering illnesses due to exposure to benzene recover their full and fair compensation. Our firm completely understands how to navigate cases involving benzene exposure. At Morgan & Morgan, we have the power to help you fight back against major corporations in order to get you the justice you deserve for your injuries. If you or a loved one has been exposed to benzene after using a product, please do not wait to contact our attorneys. 

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