Styrene is an organic compound used in synthetic resins, ion exchange resins and synthetic rubbers, and is classified as a carcinogen in the carcinogenicity data published by the International Agency for Research on Cancer of the World Health Organization. Styrene can be harmful to the eyes, respiratory system, nervous system, and reproductive system.
If the eyes and respiratory system are exposed to styrene for a short period of time through airborne transmission, irritation of the eyes and respiratory system may cause reactions such as eye pain, tearing, redness and swelling of the eyes, coughing, and sore throat.
In case of long-term exposure to styrene, large accumulation of styrene in the body will produce neurological symptoms such as headache, dizziness, memory loss, slow reaction, difficulty in sleeping and other manifestations. At the same time, styrene will cause endocrine disorders in the body, resulting in menstrual disorders in women and reduced sperm motility in men.
You should avoid contact with styrene in daily life and take safety precautions if you need to contact it. When symptoms of discomfort occur, medical attention should be sought in a timely manner.