Stoddard solvent is a flammable, liquid chemical that smells like kerosene. Stoddard solvent poisoning occurs when someone swallows or touches this chemical.

This is for information only and not for use in the treatment or management of an actual poison exposure. If you have an exposure, you should call your local emergency number (such as 911) or the National Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222.

Petroleum distillates

• Dry cleaning fluids
• Paints
• Paint thinner
• Stoddard solvent (mineral spirits)
• Toners used in copy machines

Note: This list does not necessarily include all products containing Stoddard solvent.

• Eyes, ears, nose, mouth, and throat
  • Burns in mouth
  • Severe throat pain
  • Severe pain or burning in the eyes, ears, nose, and mouth area
  • Vision loss
• Stomach and intestines
  • Abdominal pain
  • Bloody stools
  • Burns in the esophagus
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
• Heart and blood
  • Rapid heartbeat
  • Collapse
  • Weakness
• Lungs and airways
  • Breathing difficulty (severe)
  • Throat swelling
• Nervous system
  • Burning sensations
  • Convulsions
  • Dizziness
  • Fever
  • Memory problems
  • Nervousness
  • Numbness in arms and legs
  • Unconsciousness
• Skin
  • Burns
  • Irritation
  • Holes (necrosis) in the skin or underlying tissues