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musk xylene

In the chemical family: Nitro- and polycylic- musks

Synthetic fragrance in detergents, fabric softeners, soaps; associated with skin irritation; may disrupt human hormone systems; bioaccumulative.

Health Effects related to musk xylene: Cancer, Endocrine system, Persistent and bioaccumulative, Reproduction and fertility

Routes of Exposure related to musk xylene:

  • Found in people
  • Miscellaneous: occupational, solvents

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