Will Perfume Be Affected If Left in a Hot Car?
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It can have a significant impact. Below are items that should not be left in a car during summer: 1. Lighters: These are the most dangerous and easily forgotten items. Some drivers habitually place lighters on the dashboard, which is extremely hazardous. The gas inside disposable lighters can expand when heated, and the plastic casing may explode due to the heat. If it comes into contact with flammable materials or fuels inside the car, it can easily cause a spontaneous combustion incident. 2. Carbonated drinks: The dissolved gases in these beverages can evaporate under high temperatures, causing the bottle to burst. While this won't lead to a car fire, the spilled liquid can stain the entire interior. Given the wide variety of beverages available today, it's best to take them with you if you're unsure of their ingredients. 3. Perfume: Most people enjoy having a perfume diffuser in their car, but it's advisable to remove it during summer. When perfume evaporates, it releases a flammable gas with an explosion threshold of 49°C. In summer, a parked car can reach 65°C in just 15 minutes of sunlight, making it highly likely for the perfume to explode. Additionally, liquid perfume bottles can act like magnifying glasses under the sun, potentially igniting flammable materials inside the car and causing a spontaneous combustion incident.
