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My Child Ate Acetone

Acetone
Acetone is minimally toxic .

If your child ate nail polish remover that contains acetone, give them a few sips of water and watch for vomiting.

If your child ate non-acetone nail polish remover, call IPC immediately at 1-800-222-1222. 
This call is free and confidential.

What to know: Acetone

  • Nail polish remover often contains acetone. Brands include Cutex, OPI, Sally Hansen, Onyx and Super Nail.

Toxicity Level

What are toxicity levels?

My child ate nail polish remover or another product that contains acetone. Is acetone toxic?

Nail polish removers containing acetone are minimally toxic in small amounts.

Acetone is an ingredient used in many nail polish removers. Non-acetone nail polish removers, such as ones that include methyl acectate, may be more toxic. If your child ate a non-acetone nail polish remover, call IPC immediately at 1-800-222-1222 for advice specific to your situation.

Symptoms of Poisoning

If your child ate nail polish remover that contains acetone, give them a few sips of water and monitor for nausea, vomiting, lack of coordination or drowsiness. If more than a sip/mouthful is ingested or if symptoms develop, call IPC immediately at 1-800-222-1222.

Eye Exposure

  • Acetone may cause irritation if exposed to eyes.
  • If your child got acetone in their eyes, rinse by pouring clean, lukewarm water across the affected eye(s) for 15 minutes.
For more instructions, please see our page on eye exposure information.

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