Chromium (VI): Regulatory status and possible future changes affecting DOE activities

Technical Report · Sun Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1989

OSTI ID:6350272

Sigmon, K

In contrast to trivalent chromium, hexavalent chromium (chromium VI) is perhaps 100 times more toxic. Chromium VI, which is used in industrial situations, is irritating and corrosive to tissues. Inhalation of dusts associated with the chrome plating industry have resulted in perforation of the nasal septum, atrophy of the lining of the lungs, congestion, bronchial inflammation, and ulcers and polyps in the respiratory tract that often precede the development of lung cancer. Chromium (VI) is classified as a human carcinogen. The purpose of the following discussion is to summarize existing regulations under a variety of environmental statutes and to focus on potential areas of change that might affect DOE facilities. 1 ref.

• Research Organization: Oak Ridge National Lab., TN (USA)
• DOE Contract Number: AC05-84OR21400
• OSTI ID: 6350272
• Report Number(s): ORNL/M-369; ON: DE89008009
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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