Are xylene and ethylbenzene a VOC in paint factories?

Conclusions and Implications This study collected VOC samples in the respiratory zone of workers in paint factories under normal occupational conditions. Xylene, toluene, and ethylbenzene were the most abundant compounds in the production processes, which was generally consistent with previous, related studies.

What chemical compounds are used in the production of paint?

Background/Objectives: Thousands of chemical compounds are used in the production of paints; these are categorized as solvents, resins, pigments, extenders, binders and additives, many of which have toxic effects.

Which solvent is used in oil paint?

Oil paints (otherwise known as solvent) usually contain combinations of various organic solvents, such as aromatic compounds (toluene or other xylene derivatives), alcohols or ketones. The PCC Group has in its offer Dichloropropane, which can successfully replace organic solvents such as toluene, xylene and acetone.

Which VOCs are used in paint production?

Xylene, toluene, and ethylbenzene were the most abundant compounds in the production processes, which was generally consistent with previous, related studies. A total of 15 VOCs were selected to evaluate their non-carcinogenic and carcinogenic risks to workers from different sectors in paint factories.

Which paint industry workers are most exposed to organic solvents?

Exposure to organic solvents was measured in the breathing zone of 17 Swedish male paint industry workers presumed to have the highest exposure of 47 workers employed in seven factories in Sweden, by collecting air with battery-driven syringes and analysing with two portable gas chromatographs.

What are the different types of VOCs detected in paint factories?

Mean concentrations of the VOCs detected in several sections of the characterized paint factories. VOCs: volatile organic compound s. Average. OEM pr oduction: original equipment manufacturer color production. plastic color productio n. CED production: cathodic electro deposition productio n. original equipment manufacturer color laboratory.