Asbestos

Deutsch: Asbest / Español: Asbesto / Português: Asbesto / Français: Amiante / Italiano: Amianto /

An Asbestos is a mineral fiber that can pollute air or water and cause cancer or Asbestosis when inhaled.

EPA has banned or severely restricted its use in manufacturing and construction.

see also:
"Asbestos" is in the HS Code "6812"
Fabricated Asbestos Fibres; Mixtures With A Basis Of Asbestos Or With A Basis Of Asbestos And Magnes

"Asbestos" is in the UNSPSC Code "11151515"
Asbestos fibers

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