Xerox Docutech
Posted in equipment on 05/23/2010 09:33 am by adminDoes toner cause cancer?
I work with xerox docutech 6180s and there's often alot of toner in the air if there's a faulty one or something and we were all just discussing if it can cause cancer cos heard somewhere it can. though doesn't everything these days!
Well,the IARC;(International Agency for Research on Cancer) has classified toner as a Group 2B carcinogen.
This is because it contains Carbon Black and is in powder form,making it easily able to coat the respiratory surfaces as you breathe.
Studies have shown that Carbon Black can cause cancer in rats,when exposed to it as powder in the air they breathe.
For this reason,even though it is not a high-risk carcinogen,it is advisable to wear dust-masks when exposed to it for prolonged periods.
Hope l didn't sound too technical.Hope I helped you understand.
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