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Issues surrounding aromatic solvents, as gauged from safety data sheets (some hazards may be unknown).
| Solvent | Safety Concerns | Acute Toxicity | Chronic Toxicity | Environmental Issues |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benzene | Flammable | Irritant and toxic | Carcinogen and mutagen | HAP |
| Toluene | Flammable | Irritant and toxic | Suspected reproductive toxin | HAP |
| p-Xylene | Flammable | Irritant | Not known | HAP |
| p-Cymene | Flammable | Irritant | Not known | Not known |
| Ethylbenzene | Flammable | Irritant and toxic | Possible carcinogen | Harmful to aquatic life |
