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Chemical Families

Nitro- and polycylic- musks

Health Effects related to Nitro- and polycylic- musks: Endocrine system, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Persistent and bioaccumulative, Biochemical or cellular level changes, Cancer, Reproduction and fertility, Immune system (including sensitization and allergies)

Routes of Exposure related to Nitro- and polycylic- musks:

  • Environment
  • Found in people
  • Miscellaneous: manufacturing, occupational, solvents
  • Personal care products: fragrances

Related Chemicals

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