Tag: Hydrocarbon poisoning

According to Safety Data Sheets, mineral spirits are harmful or fatal if swallowed and can cause severe lung damage. As a petroleum-derived solvent used in many household and industrial products, it is highly toxic and should never be consumed under any circumstances.

According to the National Poison Data System, exposures to lamp oil products continue to occur among the pediatric population worldwide, with ingestion being the most common route. So, can we eat lamp oil? The answer is a definitive and unequivocal no, as swallowing even a small amount can trigger severe and potentially fatal health complications.