Nomination Summary for Baghouse dust (lime) (N20109)
Nominated Substances: Baghouse dust (lime)
Nomination Date: 01/12/2001
Nominator: Private Individual
Rationale: Baghouse dust is a result of the burning of limestone to produce a quick lime. The dust is a combination of the quick lime and coal products. Persons exposed to the dust report burning eyes, coughing and stressed breathing. There is also concern re the dust's reactions with water.
NTP Principles: not specified