Benzene Exposure
Benzene exposure is rampant in
the US, as more then 300,000 people per year are exposed to the
chemical. Benzene exposure is responsible for over 10,000 deaths
per year in the United States alone. In the US, benzene ranks
in the top 20 chemicals for production volume and is #6 on the
CERCLA Hazardous Substance List.
Did you
know?
- Benzene's use as a solvent
was banned more than 20 years ago.
- Almost 300,000 people per year are exposed
to benzene in the workplace.
- Benzene ranks # 6 on the CERCLA Hazerdous Substance
List.
Please click on the links below
to learn more about benzene exposure.
Occupational
Benzene Exposure
Environmental
Benzene Exposure
Exposure Protection - How do I protect myself and
my family from benzene?
Benzene
Side-Effects
Legal Protection
One of the most often overlooked problems associated with benzene exposure is the staggering medical expense associated with leukemia treatment. In order to cover these expenses, you may wish to speak with a benzene lawyer. In many cases, the costs can be covered by a product manufacturer or negligent employer.
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How might I be exposed to benzene?
- Outdoor air contains low levels of benzene from tobacco smoke, automobile service stations, exhaust from motor vehicles, and industrial emissions.
- Indoor air generally contains higher levels of benzene from products that contain it such as glues, paints, furniture wax, and detergents.
- Air around hazardous waste sites or gas stations will contain higher levels of benzene.
- Leakage from underground storage tanks or from hazardous waste sites containing benzene can result in benzene contamination of well water.
- People working in industries that make or use benzene may be exposed to the highest levels of it.
- A major source of benzene exposure is tobacco smoke.
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