Asphalt (Bitumen) fume, as benzene-soluble aerosol, Inhalable
CAS Number
8052-42-4
Last Revised
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TWA Limit
0.5 mg/m3
STEL
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Ceiling Limit
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Notes & Notations
- IARC 2A - Probably carcinogenic (cancer causing) to humans - Bitumens, occupational exposure to oxidized bitumens and their emissions during roofing
- IARC 2B - Possibly carcinogenic (cancer causing) to humans - Bitumens, occupational exposure to straight-run bitumens and their emissions during road paving
- IARC 2B - Possibly carcinogenic (cancer causing) to humans - Bitumens, occupational exposure to hard bitumens and their emissions during mastic asphalt work
- OHSR 5.57 is applicable for this designated substance
Basis of B.C. Exposure Limit
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- Mucous membrane, eye and upper respiratory tract irritation
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