List of Suspect Asbestos Containing Materials
The following list of suspected asbestos containing materials is provided by OSHA and the EPA. Though the list is fairly
large, it should not be considered comprehensive. It is important to consider the possibility
of asbestos in these items and question any others that may be suspect. You may be able to find some of the items
in this list where they do not contain asbestos. You should be aware of the possibility cancer related agents in any
environment where you may be exposed.
| Cement Pipes |
Elevator Brake Shoes |
| Cement Wallboard |
HVAC Duct Insulation |
| Cement Siding |
Boiler Insulation |
| Asphalt Floor Tile |
Breaching Insulation |
| Vinyl Floor Tile |
Ductwork Flexible Fabric Connections |
| Vinyl Sheet Flooring |
Cooling Towers |
| Flooring Backing |
Pipe Insulation (corrugated air-cell, block, etc.) |
| Construction Mastics (floor tile, carpet, ceiling tile,
etc.) |
Heating and Electrical Ducts |
| Acoustical Plaster |
Electrical Panel Partitions |
| Decorative Plaster |
Electrical Cloth |
| Textured Paints/Coatings |
Electric Wiring Insulation |
| Ceiling Tiles and Lay-in Panels |
Chalkboards |
| Spray-Applied Insulation |
Roofing Shingles |
| Blown-in Insulation |
Roofing Felt |
| Fireproofing Materials |
Base Flashing |
| Taping Compounds (thermal) |
Thermal Paper Products |
| Packing Materials (for wall/floor penetrations) |
Fire Doors |
| High Temperature Gaskets |
Caulking/Putties |
| Laboratory Hoods/Table Tops |
Adhesives |
| Laboratory Gloves |
Wallboard |
| Fire Blankets |
Joint Compounds |
| Fire Curtains |
Vinyl Wall Coverings |
| Elevator Equipment Panels |
Spackling Compounds |
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