What are the side effects of Goo Gone?

Author: Prof. Mozelle Runolfsdottir  |  Last update: Thursday, June 4, 2026

Possible Symptoms
  • Mouth irritation.
  • Stomach irritation.
  • Coughing, gagging, or choking with swallowing.
  • Skin irritation.
  • Eye irritation.

What are the symptoms of Goo Gone poisoning?

Symptoms may include discomfort or pain, excess blinking and tear production, with possible redness and swelling. Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed. May cause stomach distress, nausea or vomiting. Skin: May cause skin irritation.

What are the hazards of Goo Gone?

Hazard Statement(s): Combustible liquid. May cause an allergic skin reaction. May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. Precautionary Statement(s): Keep away from flames and hot surfaces.

What happens if you breathe in Goo Gone fumes?

Symptoms/effects after inhalation : May cause irritation to the respiratory tract. Symptoms/effects after skin contact : May cause skin irritation. Symptoms may include redness, drying, defatting and cracking of the skin. May cause an allergic skin reaction.

What precautions should you take when using Goo Gone?

Avoid direct contact with the product. Smoking, drinking and consumption of food is not allowed in the work area. See section 8 "Exposure controls/personal protection" for information on personal protection. Containers that have been opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage.

Does Goo Gone Adhesive Remover Work?

How long should you let Goo Gone sit?

Spray Goo Gone onto sticker or sticker residue. Let it sit for 1-3 minutes to break down adhesive.

Is it safe to use Goo Gone on skin?

Skin and Hair

Our Goo Gone Bandage & Adhesive Remover can be used on skin.

Is goof off toxic to breathe?

GHS Precaution Phrases: H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapor. H319: Causes serious eye irritation. H332: Harmful if inhaled.

How do you know if you breathed in toxic fumes?

Shortness of Breath

Chronic coughing, wheezing, chest tightness, and asthma have been linked to toxic chemical exposure in studies.

Is Goo Gone just acetone?

Goo Gone is a fairly average citrus-based cleaner, where as Goof Off is based on acetone. It'll melt many paint and plastics on contact.

What are the side effects of GOO?

Patients with GOO resulting from a duodenal ulcer or incomplete obstruction typically present with symptoms of gastric retention, including early satiety, bloating or epigastric fullness, indigestion, anorexia, nausea, vomiting, epigastric pain, and weight loss.

Do you have to wash Goo Gone off?

After you're done, wash the area with hot, soapy water. Do not allow Goo Gone Original to sit on rubber as it can deteriorate it.

Is GOO off safe?

Contains acetone and Xylene. Reports have associated repeated and prolonged overexposure to solvents with neurological and other physical damage. Intentional misuse of this product by deliberately concentrating and inhaling vapors can be harmful or fatal. Avoid contact with eyes and contact with skin.

What happens if I eat Goo Gone?

Goo Gone® is a “slippery” liquid and can be dangerous if swallowed, due to the potential for aspiration (getting it into the lungs or “going down the wrong pipe”). This can result in a possible lung infection (pneumonia) which requires medical attention.

What happens if my dog licks Goo Gone?

This product is a petroleum distillate hydrocarbon. Ingestion enough can cause GI signs, such as the vomiting you are seeing. Diarrhea can also occur if enough had passed through the stomach prior to the vomiting.

What does chemical poisoning look like?

Symptoms of poisoning may include: Burns or redness around the mouth and lips. Breath that smells like chemicals, such as gasoline or paint thinner. Vomiting.

What are two warning signs of carbon monoxide poisoning?

The most common symptoms of CO poisoning are headache, dizziness, weakness, upset stomach, vomiting, chest pain, and confusion. CO symptoms are often described as “flu-like.” If you breathe in a lot of CO, it can make you pass out or kill you.

How long do chemical inhalation symptoms last?

If you've inhaled chemical fumes, you may experience shortness of breath, coughing, throat and nose irritation, and upper chest pain. The treatment is usually to breathe fresh air and symptoms should go away within 24 hours.

How do you get toxic fumes out of your system?

Carbon dioxide is a waste product or toxin, and we get rid of it by breathing it out. Other organs that help remove toxins include the liver, skin, kidneys, intestines, lymph nodes, and blood vessels. In addition to breathing out, we remove toxic products through urine, feces, and sweating.

What precautions should be taken when using Goof-Off?

P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P281: Use personal protective equipment as required. P301+310: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P302+352: IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.

What happens if you inhale fumes from cleaning products?

VOCs and other chemicals released when using cleaning supplies contribute to chronic respiratory problems, allergic reactions and headaches.

What are the warnings for Goof-Off?

P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. GHS Precaution Phrases: P301+312: IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.

Do you have to rinse Goo Gone?

(Please be sure to wash the Goo Gone off with soap and water every time, or run the item through the dishwasher if it's not too delicate. While Goo Gone gets its remarkable power from highly concentrated citrus oil, there are some other ingredients in there that you want to avoid ingesting.)

What is the difference between Goo Off and Goo Gone?

Goof-Off comes in a metal container and has a stronger smell. It cuts through most every kind of goo and paint for fast easy removal. However, it can damage certain types of plastics. Goo-Gone is a bit more gentle and is my preferred choice for anything plastic.

What to use instead of Goo Gone?

How to Make Homemade Goo Remover
  • ½ cup olive or vegetable oil (either works perfectly)
  • ⅓-1/2 cup baking soda (add more to make a thicker paste)
  • Optional: Lemon juice OR a fragrant essential oil (commercial Goo Gone has an orange scent but you can choose any scent that you would like.)

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