Paper Mills and Asbestos

Sadie
August 1, 2024

Key takeaways:

Asbestos was used in the manufacturing of paper
Talc is present in paper mills, which sometimes contains asbestos
When asbestos is inhaled, it can cause mesothelioma
Building materials also contained asbestos, exposing maintenance workers as well

Asbestos in Paper Mills

Paper mill workers are exposed to asbestos fibers through the process of manufacturing paper. Talc is used in the process to bleach paper, which is a known carcinogen that sometimes contains asbestos. When a paper mill worker inhales asbestos, fibers embed themselves into organ lining and can eventually develop into mesothelioma. Equipment and infrastructure in paper mills also could contain asbestos. The Pacific Northwest is known for being a paper mill hub.

Asbestos could travel home with employees and be inhaled by other household members. A study conducted on paper mill workers found that a large portion of those who worked in paper mills probably inhaled asbestos fibers. The inhalation most likely occurred while performing machine maintenance or interacting with affected insulation.

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Who’s at Risk

The paper industry is huge, employing thousands of people. All of these employees and those who live with them are at potential risk of inhaling asbestos and developing mesothelioma.

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