A printing worker suffered brain damage inhaling petrol fumes at work, a court heard yesterday.
Ng Ngan-chui, 31, developed numb, shaky limbs from daily exposure to Shell 'white petrol' used to clean the presses, the Court of First Instance was told.
He was diagnosed as suffering from peripheral neuropathy, a condition brought on by a toxic ingredient in the petrol.
Mr Ng is suing Paramount Printing Company Limited for unspecified damages.
The company is suing Shell Hong Kong Limited.
Mr Ng began work at the Chai Wan factory in August 1990. He used the chemical solvent to clean the rollers and plastic sheets on the presses.
It contained n-hexane, an ingredient known to be harmful upon inhalation or contact with skin, the court heard.
