Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality: Guideline Technical Document – Asbestos

There is no consistent, convincing evidence that ingested asbestos is hazardous. There is, therefore, no need to establish a maximum acceptable concentration (MAC) for asbestos in drinking water.

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Last Updated April 17, 2026, 21:29 (UTC)
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title_fr Recommandations pour la qualité de l'eau potable au Canada : document technique – l'amiante
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