Thin or mix pigments, paints, glues, pesticides, and epoxy resins. They're used to clean tools, too. Solvents get into body fat in the skin, nerves, and brain.
Many solvents can catch fire, even in cold weather.
Protect Yourself Very small exposures over many months can harm you. So can one large exposure. A very large exposure can kill you. Some solvents can blind you, destroy your kidneys or liver, or affect your nervous system. Some solvents can add to your risk of irregular heart beats, which can kill you.