Overview

Petroleum distillates are made from crude oil.

Uses

Distillates (petroleum), hydrotreated light is found in the following products:

• Oil Dispersants
• Pesticides
• Charcoal
• Air Freshener
• Deodorizer
• Adhesive
• Car Wax
• Car Tire Protectant
• Car Fuel System Cleaner

Toxicity

Human Health Effects

Inhalation

• Can cause dizziness, headache, drowsiness, nausea, unconsciousness (NIOSH)

Skin

• Dry Skin (NIOSH)

Ingestion

• Can cause cough, diarrhea, sore throat, and vomiting (NIOSH)

Environmental Effects

• The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Hazard states that it is harmful to aquatic organisms.

References

NIOSH International Chemical Safety Card- DISTILLATES (PETROLEUM), HYDROTREATED LIGHT

US Department of Health and Human Services