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I accidentally melted a plastic spatula on a burner for about a minute or two, which was made of nylon. is that dangerous to have inhaled the fumes? what does nylon break down into when melted/burned like that? should i be worried?
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It is best to avoid the fumes from plastic, styrofoam and other materials. A one time brief exposure if you are otherwise well is unlikely to cause difficulty.
Answered 5/26/2021
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