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Current Intelligence Bulletin 51. Carcinogenic effects of exposure to propylene oxide

Technical Report ·
OSTI ID:6983042

The purpose of the bulletin is to disseminate recent information on the potential carcinogenicity of propylene oxide. Recent studies of the chronic effects of the chemical in animals have produced evidence that cancer is associated with exposure to propylene oxide. The bulletin describes the results of those animal studies, presents the known human health effects of propylene oxide, and suggests guidelines for minimizing occupational exposures.

Research Organization:
National Inst. for Occupational Safety and Health, Cincinnati, OH (USA)
OSTI ID:
6983042
Report Number(s):
PB-90-142571/XAB; DHHS/PUB/NIOSH--89-111
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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63 RADIATION, THERMAL, AND OTHER ENVIRON. POLLUTANT EFFECTS ON LIVING ORGS. AND BIOL. MAT.
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CARCINOGENESIS
DISEASES
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
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PROPYLENE
RECOMMENDATIONS
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