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On Sat, 3 Feb 1996, Diane Gutenkauf wrote:
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> Wow. Well, with apologies to industrial hygienist and museum consultant Monona
> Rossol, these are the reasons why you should stop using PDB immediately and al
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> museum staff should start reading appropriate conservation literature as it
> pertains to their collections and their lives.
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> The Threshold Limit Value (TLV) for PDB is 10 parts per million, indicating th
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> it is very toxic. Its primary effects are on the respiratory system and liver.
> It is also probably a human carcinogen. TLV' s are airborne substance standard
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> set by the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists. Toxic is
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> technical term with a precise definition. Anyone who wants more detailed
> information can contact Monona Rossol at Arts, Crafts, and Theater Safety, 181
> Thompson Street, #23, New York, NY, 10012. (212)777-0062
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> Plus, it has no proven effect on mildew.
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Or pests.
Thanks Dianne, Great information, well stated.
Yours in trying to get the mothballs out. . .
Lori van Handel
Director of Field Services/Assistant Conservator of Objects
Williamstown Art Conservation Center
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