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EAN 9780803283091 · Bison Books · american history: c 1800 to c 1900
9780803283091Plain-language summary of each regulated substance found above, drawn from public regulatory data.
Arsenic is a naturally occurring element that, in certain inorganic forms, is a regulated substance. It has been used historically in wood preservatives, pesticides, and some glassmaking processes. The European Union's REACH regulation lists arsenic and its inorganic compounds on the Candidate List of Substances of Very High Concern because they are classified as carcinogens. This means that, based on scientific evidence, these substances are linked to an increased risk of cancer in humans. The listing requires companies to manage risks and provide safety information for products containing these chemicals. While arsenic is found in the environment, the focus here is on industrial uses that may expose people through manufacturing or product use. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classifies inorganic arsenic as carcinogenic to humans. This summary draws on public regulatory data; the linked source is authoritative. Source: European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) REACH SVHC Candidate List - https://echa.europa.eu/candidate-list-table
Arsenic (inorganic compounds) is a naturally occurring element found in the earth’s crust. It is used in some pesticides, wood preservatives, and industrial processes like glassmaking and electronics. Inorganic arsenic is regulated because long-term exposure can be harmful. Under California’s Proposition 65, it is listed as a chemical known to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. The International Agency for Research on Cancer classifies it as a Group 1 carcinogen (carcinogenic to humans). You might encounter it in contaminated drinking water, certain soils, or older treated wood. The California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) maintains this list to help people make informed choices. This summary draws on public regulatory data; the linked source is authoritative. Source: California OEHHA Proposition 65 List (https://oehha.ca.gov/proposition-65/proposition-65-list).
Arsenic is a naturally occurring element found in the earth's crust, and its inorganic compounds—like arsenic trioxide and lead arsenate—have been used historically in pesticides, wood preservatives, and some industrial processes. The World Health Organization's International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classifies arsenic and inorganic arsenic compounds as Group 1: carcinogenic to humans. This means there is strong evidence that these substances can cause cancer in people, based on studies of exposed workers and populations with high levels in drinking water. IARC's evaluation is part of its Monographs program, which reviews scientific research to identify cancer risks. While arsenic occurs naturally, human activities like mining and farming can increase exposure. The key concern is long-term, high-level contact, not everyday trace amounts. For more details, see the IARC classification list at https://monographs.iarc.who.int/list-of-classifications. This summary draws on public regulatory data; the linked source is authoritative.
Arsenic is a naturally occurring element that, in certain forms, can be toxic to humans. It is found in the environment, including in soil, water, and some foods. Because of its potential harm, the European Union bans the use of arsenic and its compounds in any cosmetic product sold in its member states. This means you won't find it as an ingredient in things like makeup, lotions, or soaps. The ban is based on the EU Cosmetics Regulation, which lists arsenic in Annex II as a prohibited substance. This regulation is in place to protect consumers from possible long-term health risks, as arsenic is classified by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) as Group 1 (carcinogenic to humans). The EU's strict rule ensures that cosmetics are safe for everyday use. This summary draws on public regulatory data; the linked source is authoritative. Source: EU CosIng database (https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/).
Source: California OEHHA Proposition 65
Source: WHO IARC Monographs
Source: ECHA Candidate List of SVHC
Source: Health Canada
Source: China NMPA cosmetics regulation
Source: ECHA CLP Annex VI
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