Trichloroethylene (TCE) is a chemical that has been widely used in various industrial and commercial applications.
While TCE has been phased out or banned in many consumer products due to its harmful effects, it may still be found in certain products.
Here are some consumer products that historically may have contained or used TCE:
- Spot removers: Some spot removers, particularly those used for cleaning fabrics or carpets, may have contained TCE as a solvent.
- Adhesives: Certain types of adhesives, such as those used for bonding plastics or metals, may have utilized TCE as a solvent.
- Paints and coatings: TCE was previously used in some paints and coatings, including automotive paints, for its solvent properties.
- Typewriter correction fluid: In the past, TCE was used as an ingredient in typewriter correction fluids, commonly known as “white-out.”
- Metal degreasers: TCE was commonly used as a degreaser for metal surfaces, so some metal-cleaning products or degreasers might have contained TCE.
- Dry cleaning: While not a consumer product in the traditional sense, TCE was commonly used in dry cleaning operations as a solvent for removing stains from clothing.
- Electronic and electrical cleaning products: TCE was sometimes used as a cleaner for electronic and electrical components, such as circuit boards or connectors.
- Printing inks: Certain types of printing inks, including those used in commercial printing processes, may have contained TCE as a solvent.
It is important to note that regulations and product formulations change over time, and the use of TCE in consumer products has significantly decreased or been eliminated in many regions due to its potential health risks.
However, it is still essential to read product labels and consult product manufacturers or safety data sheets to ensure you are aware of any potential chemical ingredients.
Common parts washer solvents that have historically contained trichloroethylene (TCE):
- Safety-Kleen Solvent
- CRC Brakleen
- Berryman Chem-Dip
- Gunk Parts Cleaner
- Zep Dyna 143
- Permatex Parts Cleaner
- Loctite Industrial Cleaner and Degreaser
- Klean-Strip Automotive Parts Cleaner
- O’Reilly Parts Washer Solvent
- Penray Non-Chlorinated Parts Cleaner
- BlueDevil Parts Washer Solvent
- NAPA Auto Parts Washer Solvent
- Gumout Parts Cleaner
- Radiator Specialty Gunk Solvent
- SuperClean Parts Washer Solvent
- B’laster Parts Washer Solvent
- Berryman B-9 Chemtool Carburetor Cleaner
- Eastwood Fast Etch Rust Remover
- Chemsearch Weld Kleen Parts Cleaner
- Dykem Remover & Cleaner
If you have used these products and suffer from an occupational disease, protect your rights and speak with a toxic exposure lawyer at Gianaris Trial Lawyers today.
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