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nickel

In the chemical families: Metals, Nickel compounds

Common metals include lead, mercury, arsenic, cadmium. Linked to nervous system damage and other effects.

EWG Research on nickel


Health Effects related to nickel: Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive)

Routes of Exposure related to nickel:

  • Environment: industrial water pollution
  • Water

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