Beryllium and compounds, Inhalable, as Be
CAS Number
7440-41-7
Last Revised
2009; 2010; 2015
TWA Limit
0.00005 mg/m3
STEL
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Ceiling Limit
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Notes & Notations
- ACGIH A1 - Confirmed human carcinogen (cancer causing)
- ACGIH DSEN - Dermal sensitizer - Soluble compounds
- ACGIH RSEN - Respiratory sensitizer - Soluble and insoluble compounds
- ACGIH Skin - Contributes to exposure by the skin route - Soluble compounds
- IARC 1 - Carcinogenic to humans (cancer causing)
- OHSR 5.57 is applicable for this designated substance
Basis of B.C. Exposure Limit
Minimize the potential for:
Minimize the potential for:
- Beryllium sensitization
- Chronic beryllium disease
- Note: There may be other potential health effects; refer to ACGIH TLV Documentation and other relevant references.
Synonyms:
Be
IDLH:
4 mg/m3
(Source: NIOSH)
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