MSDS and ToxNet



I work in a typical office setting. One of the chemicals found on the MSDS was fluorotelomer alcohol, which can be used in manufacturing things such like furnishings, paper packaging and textiles. The chemical has been associated with skin and eye irritation and there is not enough data that shows whether or not it is a carcinogen. Studies have also shown these chemicals exist 3-5x higher in office environments than in homes and can affect lipid metabolism, liver health, reproduction and the immune system.

Most consumers will not encounter the chemical in its pure, undiluted form, which requires more protective equipment. But precaution should still be taken when exposed to the chemical, including having well-ventilated areas, working in outdoor areas and using toxin-clearing plants into the office space.

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  1. Caitlin WintonNovember 3, 2018 at 7:58 AM

    Hi Stacey,

    This is a very interesting post! I honestly never really thought about the paper I touch. I also worker in an office setting so I can probably encountering a lot of these chemicals daily. This really makes you think about how many things we are exposed to!

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  2. AnonymousNovember 6, 2018 at 2:00 PM

    Hi Stacey,

    I too work in an office and I do wonder about the products that surround us, especially computer screens and all the plastic products that surrounds us. The chemicals used in plastics to make it flexible in lot of the hospital equipment are supposed to be harmful to you. These same products are also in other professional work settings.

    I don't have any windows by my desk so I usually make sure I at least walk out during my lunch break. I hope you are also taking measures to ensure you are getting fresh air in the eight hour shift

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  3. Jordan DemosNovember 13, 2018 at 9:28 AM

    Hello Stacey,

    Im finding it inevitable to be in an environment that doesn't potentially cause harm to us. Even at the office, we come to find out that our environment can possible harm us. It makes you wonder what else you're being exposed to that you have no idea about!

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