Carbon Disulfide
CAS Number: 75-15-0
Sources of exposure:
Rayon and cellophane manufacturing, rubber processing, industrial chemical production, certain foods containing naturally occurring sulfur compounds, and industrial air emissions
Description:
Carbon disulfide is a volatile sulfur-containing compound used in the manufacture of rayon, cellophane, and certain industrial chemicals. It can also occur naturally in small amounts from biological and environmental processes. Exposure is primarily associated with industrial activities and contaminated air, although low levels may occur in certain foods.
Health concerns:
Reproductive Toxicity
May alter hormone function and harm reproduction.
Developmental Toxicity
May impact fetal development and birth outcomes.
Neurotoxicity
May impact brain function or development.
Organ System Toxicity
May cause organ damage and disease.
Irritant
May cause skin, eye, or respiratory irritation.
Ecotoxicity
May be toxic to ecosystems and wildlife.
Banned/restricted lists:
- California Proposition 65 - OEHHA - developmental
- female
- male
- EU Cosmetics Regulation Annex II - Prohibited
- Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist - Prohibited
References
- US Environmental Protection Agency. Cheminformatics Modules, Computational Toxicology and Exposure Informatics (CompTox).