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FIGURE 4.4 Tox-away day for local citi-
zens to properly dispose of HHW.
active ingredient in some paint strippers, is a possible carcinogen and is linked with central nerv-
ous system, respiratory, and cardiovascular disorders.
A number of common automotive products are considered hazardous and many states require
their management as HHW. For example, antifreeze is toxic by virtue of its content of ethylene gly-
col; transmission fluid is toxic due to its content of hydrocarbons and mineral oils; brake fluid is
toxic due to glycol as well as heavy metals; used motor oil is toxic due to the presence of polycyclic
aromatic hydrocarbons and other hydrocarbons and heavy metals. Gasoline is toxic due to its con-
tent of benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene, and xylene as well as from being extremely flammable.
