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Shellac poisoning


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Definition

This is poisoning from swallowing shellac.

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.


Poisonous Ingredient
  • Ethanol
  • Isopropanol
  • Methanol
  • Methyl isobutyl ketone

Where Found
  • Paint remover
  • Shellac
  • Wood finishing products

Note: This list may not be all-inclusive.



Review Date: 02/03/2010
Reviewed By: Jacob L. Heller, MD, MHA, Emergency Medicine, Virginia Mason Medical Center, Seattle, Washington. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org).




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