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Furniture polish - Overview

Definition of Furniture polish:

Furniture polish poisoning occurs when someone swallows or breathes in (inhales) liquid furniture polish. Some furniture polishes may also be sprayed into the eyes.

Poisonous Ingredient:

  • Hydrocarbons (waxes, oils, organic solvents)

Where Found:

  • Various liquid furniture polishes
  • Reviewed last on: 2/27/2008
  • Stephen C. Acosta, MD, Department of Emergency Medicine, Portland VA Medical Center, Portland, OR. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.