Carbon tetrachloride
CASRN 56-23-5
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Health Effects Assessment for Carbon Tetrachloride (Updated 1989)
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Overview
The intent in these assessments is to suggest acceptable exposure levels whenever sufficient data are available. The interim values presented reflect the relative degree of hazard associated with exposure or risk to the chemical(s) addressed. Whenever possible, two categories of values have been estimated for systemic toxicants (toxicants for which cancer is not the endpoint of concern). The first, RfDS or subchronlc reference dose, is an estimate of an exposure level that would not be expected to cause adverse effects when exposure occurs during a limited time interval. The RfD is an estimate of an exposure level that would not be expected to cause adverse effects when exposure occurs for a significant portion of the lifespan. For compounds for which there is sufficient evidence of arcinogenicity, ql*s have been computed, if appropriate, based on oral and inhalation data if available.
Citation
U.S. EPA. Health Effects Assessment for Carbon Tetrachloride (Updated 1989). U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, D.C., EPA/600/8-89/088 (NTIS PB90142407).
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