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Hazardous substances in the home

Common household chemicals such as cleaners, pesticides, fuels, paints, solvents, like methylated spirits, and swimming pool chemicals can be hazardous substances.  Such substances may be flammable, toxic, corrosive or harmful to the environment. 

Using hazardous substances in the home

Common hazardous substances used in the home

For safety information for the common hazardous substances used at home, see: