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Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)
1,3-Butadiene
1,3-Butadiene is a colorless gas used primarily in the production of synthetic rubber and plastics. It is not a food ingredient and is classified as a hazardous air pollutant. Exposure concerns include inhalation risks in industrial settings. It is not safe for ingestion or casual exposure due to its carcinogenic potential.
Tracked contaminantUpdated Mar 1, 2024
Health score-5.0
-5Very bad5
Water guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- 0.0000103 mg/L
Food and supplement guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Risks
Carcinogenicity, respiratory irritation, mutagenicity, genotoxicity, exposure in industrial environments
Benefits
None