Analysis of benzene air quality standards, monitoring methods and concentrations in indoor and outdoor environment.

ABSTRACT: Benzene is a proven carcinogen. Its synergistic action with other pollutants can damage different components of the biosphere. Literature comparing the air quality standards of benzene, its monitoring methods and global concentrations are sparse. This study compiles the worldwide available air quality standards for benzene and highlights the importance of strict and uniform standards all over the world. It was found that out of the 193 United Nation member states, only 53 countries, including the European Union member states, have ambient air quality standard for benzene. Even where standards were available, in most cases, they were not protective of public health. An extensive literature review was conducted to compile the available monitoring and analysis methods for benzene, and found t

SUBMITTER: Sekar A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6895577 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature