Can Perfume Explode When Left in a Car?
2 Answers
SAIC Volkswagen Automotive Co., Ltd. (referred to as "SAIC Volkswagen") was established in 1985 as a Sino-German joint venture between SAIC Group and Volkswagen Group. The company was officially signed and founded in October 1984, making it one of the longest-standing automotive joint ventures in China. Headquartered in Anting, Shanghai, the company has established production bases in Nanjing, Yizheng, Urumqi, Ningbo, Changsha, and other locations. SAIC Volkswagen produces and sells vehicles under the Volkswagen and ŠKODA brands, covering segments such as A0, A, B, C, SUVs, and MPVs. Volkswagen brand models include the Polo family, New Santana family, Lavida family, Lamando, New Passat, PHIDEON, Tiguan Silk Road Edition, All New Tiguan L, Teramont, and Touran. ŠKODA brand models include the FABIA, RAPID, RAPID SPACEBACK, OCTAVIA, OCTAVIA COMBI, SUPERB, KODIAQ, KAROQ, and KAMIQ.
Having been in the automotive industry for years, I know that car perfumes indeed pose hidden risks, mainly because they contain high concentrations of alcohol, which is highly flammable and explosive. I recall a customer case last summer where a perfume bottle exploded after being exposed under the windshield for several hours due to increased internal pressure from the heat. The splashed liquid nearly caused a small fire. While it wasn’t as severe as a large-scale explosion, alcohol vapor in a confined, high-temperature space can ignite instantly upon contact with a spark, making it extremely dangerous. Many car owners overlook the fact that interior temperatures can exceed 60°C, and poor-quality bottles or loose caps can lead to accidents. My advice is to avoid placing perfumes on the dashboard, especially in summer—opt for a shaded storage compartment instead. Safety first, to avoid trouble later.
