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Hazardous chemical

Any chemical that is a physical hazard or a health hazard, for which there is statistically significant evidence that acute or chronic health effects may occur in exposed employees. This includes carcinogens, toxic or highly toxic agents, reproductive toxins, irritants, corrosives, sensitizers, hepatotoxins, nephrotoxins, neurotoxins, agents that act on the hematopoietic system, and agents that damage the lungs, skin, eyes, or mucous membranes.