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Styrene


Styrene is a substance with systemic toxicity; it exerts irritating and allergic effects; possesses dermal absorption properties; chronic intoxication leads to damage of the central and peripheral nervous systems, blood vessels, and liver

Source: "Hygienic Standard 4.1.2594-10. 4.1. Control Methods. Chemical Factors. Determination of styrene, phenol, and naphthalene in air by chromatography-mass spectrometry. Methodological Guidelines"

(approved by the Federal Service for Surveillance on Consumer Rights Protection and Human Welfare on 26.03.2010)

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