Appendix 3 Health effects of limonene or limonene products reported by formulators and users in Australia Percentage of limonene Industry sector or Effect reported in product used use 100% Histology lab Headache after using it, even under a hood (extraction). One worker experienced eye irritation or allergic conjunctivitis. 100% Industrial cleaning of Isolated incident of minor skin irritation containers when used without PPE. 100% Cleaning - aircraft A worker experienced dermatitis, due to components his poor work practices, and is now sensitive to many chemicals. 100% Gemmology Strong odour noticed especially when used under microscope, because of heat of microscope light. 100% Wax removal from Drying of skin on hands if gloves not surfaces in beauty worn. therapy 30% Graffiti removal Sometimes workers become tired of strong odour. Some drying of skin if gloves are not worn. 20% Textile scouring No adverse health effects experienced, but when vessel was opened the strong smell could make some people light-headed. 12% Cleaning product for Atomisation of product caused problems – shower recesses, for some people wheezing or breathing – benchtops, diluted to problems, coughing. wet mop traffic areas 5% Cleaning general Dries skin out. – purpose for drains, septic tanks etc
Appendix 3 Health effects of limonene or limonene products reported by formulators and users in Australia Percentage of limonene in product used Industry sector or use Effect reported 100% Histology lab Headache after using it, even under a hood (extraction). One worker experienced eye irritation or allergic conjunctivitis. 100% Industrial cleaning of containers Isolated incident of minor skin irritation when used without PPE. 100% Cleaning - aircraft components A worker experienced dermatitis, due to his poor work practices, and is now sensitive to many chemicals. 100% Gemmology Strong odour noticed especially when used under microscope, because of heat of microscope light. 100% Wax removal from surfaces in beauty therapy Drying of skin on hands if gloves not worn. 30% Graffiti removal Sometimes workers become tired of strong odour. Some drying of skin if gloves are not worn. 20% Textile scouring No adverse health effects experienced, but when vessel was opened the strong smell could make some people light-headed. 12% Cleaning – product for shower recesses, benchtops, diluted to wet mop traffic areas Atomisation of product caused problems for some people – wheezing or breathing problems, coughing. 5% Cleaning – general purpose for drains, septic tanks etc Dries skin out.
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