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NEL OILS 66-29
Anthracene
Anthracene asserts phototoxic and photoallergic action on the
human skin. It is carcinogenically inactive (l-2) . Various
mutagenicity studies have produced negative responses (2315). 'Ihe
lowest toxic oral dose in the rat is 20 g/kg (47).
66.3.4 Toxicology of Fuel Oil Additives
The toxicity of selected fuel oil additives is outlined below.
Manvanese
Comnoundq
Manganese affects the CNS. Intoxication occurs mostly in the
chronic form known as manganism which is similar to Parkinsonism.
Usually manganism occurs after l-2 years exposure to manganese oxides
although it may develop after only a few months. Initial symptoms
include headache, asthenia (loss .of strength and energy), restless
sleep and personality change. This is followed by an intermediate
phase with visual hallucinations, double vision, impaired hearing,
uncontrollable impulses, mental confusion and euphoria. In advanced
stages, the patient experiences excessive salivation, muscle weakness,
muscle rigidity, tremor of the upper extremities and head, and impaired
gait. In manganism with neurologic symptoms, the course is frequently
progressive although some cases are stationary and others recover
(2946).
Inhalation of high concentrations of manganese oxide causes metal
fume fever - a 24-48 hour illness characterized by chills, fever,
aching muscles, dry mouth and throat, and headache (46).
Magnesium oxide fumes are irritating to the eyes and nose. It
also causes metal fume fever which is a 24-48 hour influenza-type
illness (46).
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Aluminum
Oxide
Aluminum oxide is a nuisance dust which has little adverse effect
on the lungs at low exposure levels. Excessive concentrations may
cause deposits in the eyes, ears and nasal passages or may cause mild
injury to the skin and mucous membranes (46).
Peroxidea
In general, peroxides are strong oxidizing agents capable of skin
irritation, bums or eye damage (200).
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