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Arsenic and inorganic compounds

CAS 7440-38-2

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Also known as: arsenic, arsenic trioxide, arsenic pentoxide, lead arsenate, diarsenic

Part of family: Toxic heavy metals (Pb, Cd, Hg, As, Cr-VI)

What it is + why it's regulated

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

Listed reason: Carcinogen
Regulation: REACH Annex XIV

Authoritative source

Issuing body: EU REACH SVHC Candidate List
Primary register: https://echa.europa.eu/candidate-list-table

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What this is NOT

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