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Toxcity of Paraffin wax

Aug 5，2021

Paraffin wax is usually non-toxic, it is mainly composed of carbon and hydrogen. However, some of chemical paraffins are mixed with lead elements, and these heavy metals will cause harm to people after they burn. Paraffin is not edible. It has a special taste. If the human body inhales too much paraffin oil, it will have a certain impact on the respiratory tract. Just like long-term smoking, it will induce bronchitis or pneumonia. And other diseases. Therefore, paraffin wax should be used as little as possible, especially in the room, the windows should be opened for ventilation.

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