Are laundry detergent fumes toxic?

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asked Mar 9, 2022 in laundry/Cleaning by Gracecrispy (1,180 points)
Are laundry detergent fumes toxic?

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answered Mar 10, 2022 by Hemuladga (3,180 points)
Laundry Detergent fumes can be toxic to breathe in.

If you have other health issues and breathing issues the laundry detergent fumes can worsen your breathing and cause other health issues.

Also many laundry products contain synthetic fragrances, which can be toxic.

Some people feel sick when inhaling scents, which can even cause headaches, shortness of breath, flu-like symptoms, and even cancer.

Findings, published in the journal Air Quality, Atmosphere and Health, show that air vented from machines using the top-selling scented liquid laundry detergent and scented dryer sheet contains hazardous chemicals, including two that are classified as carcinogens.

Most laundry detergents are toxic.

Popular detergent options contain over 25 toxic chemicals, with many more trace toxicities left unlisted.

If the soap or detergent comes in contact with your skin, you may develop irritation, blisters, or even burns on the top layer of your skin.

If you inhale fumes from soap products, you may have difficulty breathing or experience swelling in your throat.

Difficulty breathing or swallowing can be life threatening.

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