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Tar remover

Definition

Tar remover is a chemical product used to get rid of tar, a dark oily material. This article discusses the health problems that may occur if you breathe in or touch tar remover.

Poisonous Ingredient

Tar remover contains organic compounds called hydrocarbons. They include:

  • Benzene
  • Dichloromethane
  • Light aromatic naphta
  • Methane chloride
  • Toluene
  • Xylene

Where Found

Various tar removal products

Review Date: 5/7/2008
Reviewed By: Eric Perez, MD, Department of Emergency Medicine, St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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