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Asbestos
Summary
Mineral fibers historically used in insulation and construction. Associated with mesothelioma and lung cancer.
Detail
Asbestos (all forms) is Group 1 with sufficient evidence for mesothelioma and cancers of the lung, larynx and ovary. Most exposure today is occupational or from disturbance of legacy building materials. Use is banned or heavily restricted in most developed countries.
Regional relevance
global
Documented in these products
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Sources
Primary sources
Supporting sources
- ACS — ACS — Known and Probable Human Carcinogens
- Cancer Research UK — Cancer Research UK — Causes of cancer and reducing your risk
- EPA — US EPA — Integrated Risk Information System (IRIS) carcinogen assessments
- IARC / WHO — European Code Against Cancer — European Code Against Cancer (5th edition) — 14 ways you can help prevent cancer
- NTP — NTP — Report on Carcinogens (US National Toxicology Program)
- Cancer Council Australia — Cancer Council Australia — Causes of cancer
Consumer references
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- California Prop 65 list
State of California's list of chemicals known to cause cancer or reproductive harm.