Pentachlorophenol

Toxicological Profile
For Public Health

At a glance

NCEH/ATSDR makes peer review information available to demonstrate efforts to utilize transparent and independent peer review, appropriate research methods, and the highest level of data quality. This ATSDR toxicological profile characterizes the toxicologic and adverse health effects of pentachlorophenol.

Details

Title: Toxicological Profile for Pentachlorophenol

Subject of planned Report: The ATSDR toxicological profile succinctly characterizes the toxicologic and adverse health effects for the substance being described.

Purpose of Planned Report: The purpose of the toxicological profile is to provide a source of toxicological and epidemiological data. Data on these hazardous substances supports public health assessment efforts.

Type of Dissemination: ISI

Timing of Review (including deferrals): June 2020

Type of Review (panel, individual or alternative procedure): Individual

Opportunities for the Public Comment (how and when): ATSDR made a draft available for public comment in 2021.

Peer Reviewers Provided with Public Comments before the Review: No

Number of Reviewers: 3

Primary Disciplines or Expertise: toxicology; environmental health; epidemiology

Reviewers Selected by (agency or designated outside organization): CDC/ATSDR

Public Nominations Requested for Reviewers: No

Reviewers

Academic and Professional Credentials

PhD

Current Position Title

Executive Director, Global Developmental, Reproductive and Juvenile Toxicology

Organizational Affiliation(s)

Charles River Laboratories Preclinical Services

Areas of Expertise, Discipline, Relevant Experiences

  • Reproductive, developmental, and juvenile toxicology
  • Neurotoxicology
  • Inhalation toxicology
  • Photobiology
  • Regulatory toxicology

Recommended by Scientific/Professional
Society or General Public

No

Academic and Professional Credentials

PhD

DABT

Current Position Title

Senior Toxicologist

Organizational Affiliation(s)

International Research on Cancer (IARC)World Health Organization

Areas of Expertise, Discipline, Relevant Experiences

Toxicology and Carcinogenesis

Recommended by Scientific/Professional
Society or General Public

No

Academic and Professional Credentials

PhD

Current Position Title

Director, Occupational Cancer Research Center

Organizational Affiliation(s)

Occupational Cancer Research Centre Ontario Health (Cancer Care Ontario)

Areas of Expertise, Discipline, Relevant Experiences

  • Public health
  • Industrial hygiene
  • Epidemiology
  • Carcinogenesis
  • Environmental exposure science

Recommended by Scientific/Professional
Society or General Public

No

Resources

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Content Source
Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry
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Published: November 12, 2024
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