Asbestos in Products

Before being recognized as cancerous in 1949 and subsequently being heavily regulated by the government, asbestos has been widely used for the following products and applications:

Building/Construction Materials:

  • Insulation (thermal, fire, and acoustic)
  • Roofing and siding materials (shingles, tiles, felt, tar)
  • Cement and concrete products
  • Drywall and joint compounds
  • Floor tiles and adhesives
  • Textured paints and coatings
  • Pipe wrapping/insulation
  • Spray-on fireproofing materials
  • Ceiling tiles and panels

Automotive/Transportation:

  • Brake pads and linings
  • Clutch facings
  • Gaskets
  • Heat seals
  • Engine parts

Industrial Products:

  • Boiler insulation
  • Industrial gaskets and seals
  • Electrical wire insulation
  • Heat-resistant textiles
  • Laboratory equipment
  • Furnaces and heating systems
  • Fire blankets
  • Protective clothing and gear

Consumer Products (Historical):

  • Hair dryers
  • Ironing board covers
  • Potholders and mitts
  • Some talcum powder products
  • Artificial fireplace logs/ashes
  • Kitchen appliances
  • Toasters
  • Electric blankets

If you or a loved one developed mesothelioma and suspect that it was due to asbestos exposure from any of the above mentioned products, you may be entitled to financial compensation in a product liability case.

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