Toluene and xylene, these two colorless and aromatic liquids, are actually not unfamiliar in our daily lives. Due to their volatile and flammable properties, they are often used as adhesives, diluents for epoxy resins, or solvents for paints and coatings. However, behind their beauty often lies hidden dangers unknown to people.
Did you know? Toluene and xylene are actually common "invisible killers" in indoor environments. They may be hidden in wallpaper, adhesives, paints, and even in the smoke of burning tobacco. Xylene is even more widespread, found in various daily items such as solvents, pesticides, and polyester fibers.
Although their toxicity is not as strong as that of benzene, the hazards of toluene and xylene still cannot be ignored. The World Health Organization has listed them as possible carcinogens. If we are exposed to an environment containing these harmful substances for a long time, our health will be threatened.
Benzene series substances, including benzene, toluene and xylene, are like "invisible poisons" that silently damage our central nervous system and blood system. You may experience headaches, dizziness, insomnia at night and a gradual decline in memory. What's worse, they may also cause blood system diseases.
Especially for women, the harm of toluene and xylene seems to be more "partial" to them. Long-term exposure to these substances may affect their reproductive function and cause irregular menstruation. For pregnant women, exposure to these harmful substances is even more taboo, as they may increase the risk of complications such as gestational hypertension, pregnancy vomiting and pregnancy anemia.
Therefore, in our daily life, we must pay more attention and try to avoid prolonged exposure to these harmful substances. Protecting our own health is the most important thing.
