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Beryllium and beryllium compounds
Group 1 — carcinogenic to humansOccupationalchemicalEvidence: sufficient_in_humans
Summary
A lightweight metal used in aerospace and electronics. Associated with lung cancer in occupational settings.
Detail
Beryllium and its compounds are Group 1 with sufficient evidence for lung cancer. Exposure is occupational in aerospace, defense, and electronics manufacture.
Regional relevance
global
global
Sources
Primary sources
Consumer references
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- California Prop 65 list
State of California's list of chemicals known to cause cancer or reproductive harm.