In vitro toxicity assessment of emitted materials collected during the manufacture of water pipe plastic linings.

ABSTRACT: Objectives: US water infrastructure is in need of widespread repair due to age-related deterioration. Currently, the cured-in-place (CIPP) procedure is the most common method for water pipe repair. This method involves the on-site manufacture of a new polymer composite plastic liner within the damaged pipe. The CIPP process can release materials resulting in occupational and public health concerns. To understand hazards associated with CIPP-related emission exposures, an in vitro toxicity assessment was performed. Materials and Methods: Mouse alveolar epithelial and alveolar macrophage cell lines and condensates collected at 3 worksites utilizing styrene-based resins were utilized for evaluations. All condensate samples were normalized based on the major emission compo

SUBMITTER: Kobos L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6639800 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature