White-Spirit
Petroleum derivative aliphatic hydro-carburant (first distillation naphtha or kerosene). Used as painting, varnish, and oil solvent, in dry-cleaning, and car washing.
Odor is so intense that it may prevent intoxication. Stop nursing for a variable time period if intoxication on the mother is suspected (TLV-STEL<125ppm). Those mothers laborally exposed may nurse whenever legal regulations on facility ventilation are accomplished. Keep TLV-TWA under 100ppm (525mg/m3). Let mother’s blood be tested as indicated.
Benefits of breastfeeding are largely more important than risk related to the presence of mild level environment pollutants in human milk, in many instances, they are at lower content than those found in cow’s milk or other foods. (Codex alimentarius FAO-WHO).
Alternatives
We do not have alternatives for White-Spirit.
Very Low Risk
Compatible. Not risky for breastfeeding or infant.
Low Risk
Moderately safe. Mild risk possible. Follow up recommended. Read the Comment.
High Risk
Poorly safe. Evaluate carefully. Use a safer alternative. Read the Comment.
Very High Risk
Not recommended. Cessation of breastfeeding or alternative.
Synonyms
- Mineral Spirit
- Solvent Naphthas
- Stoddard-Solvent