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The document discusses the problems with toxic ingredients commonly found in commercial floor wax cleaners such as formaldehyde, cresol, and xylene. Formaldehyde has been linked to cancer and respiratory issues. Cresol and xylene can both cause neurological and liver/kidney damage. Homemade floor wax using coconut paraffin is presented as a safer alternative without these toxic chemicals. The study focuses on the benefits of coconut paraffin wax which is completely non-toxic.

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Chapter 1

The document discusses the problems with toxic ingredients commonly found in commercial floor wax cleaners such as formaldehyde, cresol, and xylene. Formaldehyde has been linked to cancer and respiratory issues. Cresol and xylene can both cause neurological and liver/kidney damage. Homemade floor wax using coconut paraffin is presented as a safer alternative without these toxic chemicals. The study focuses on the benefits of coconut paraffin wax which is completely non-toxic.

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Chapter 1

The Problem: Rationale and Background

Floor wax, was one of the holders of an irritating smell that can harm our nasal
systems.

It’s tempting to purchase commercial wax floor cleaner products, but these can be
very toxic when used around children or pets. These are alternatives to choose from. Here
are a few of the more toxic ingredients found in floor wax cleaning products.

Formaldehyde is an extremely toxic substance, but it’s still found in many


commercial floor wax cleaners. This has been linked to cancer, asthma and reproductive
dysfuntion. It can also be lethal to many animals. You should stay away from cleaners with
this ingredient listed.

Cresol is dangerous when it’s inhaled. Many wax floor cleaners use this to create the
shine that is desired on floors. This substance has been shown to cause kidney and liver
damage in people, and can cause a myriad of health issues for animals.

Xylene is commonly used in commercial wax cleaners because it creates a shine and
protects surfaces from attracting dirt. The problem is, this a very sweet smelling substance
that pets love. It can cause severe neurological damage in pets, and just as unhealthy for
children.

This is why you need be very careful when choosing floor wax. Many popular brands
contains ingredients that can harm to your health.
To the Entrepreneurs – This study will will help to gain profit by selling
homemade floor wax.

To the Future Researchers- The study can serve as a reference for the future
studies and take into account any revisions.

Scope and Limitations of the Study

The researcher used the coconut paraffin to make floor wax substitute. The
ingredients are beneficial because it is an organic substance. The research focused on the
benefits of coconut paraffin that was made by the researcher. Coconut wax is completely
nontoxic.

Definition of Terms

Floor Wax- a preparation containing wax and used to polish and preserve the finish of
floors

-In this study, this is the product that I’m trying to make.

Formaldehyde- a colorless pungent gas in solution made by oxidizing methanol.

-In this study, this is one of the ingredients of floor wax.

Cresol- each of three isomeric crystalline compounds present in coal-tar creosote, used as
disinfectants.

-In this study, this is one of the ingredients of floor wax.

Xylene- a volatile liquid hydrocarbon obtained by distilling wood, coal tar, or petroleum,
used in fuels and solvents and in chemical synthesis.

-In this study, this is one of the ingredients of floor wax.

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