[Use of chemicals in Danish workplaces]

The use and distribution of hazardous products in Danish industry were investigated. An exposure estimation model was developed. Based on data collected in the investigation and on the composition of about 9400 products national numbers of chemical exposure events and national volumes of chemicals were estimated. Data are presented for 36 chemical substances with chronic toxic effects and high estimated national numbers of exposure events. Seven of the 36 substances are carcinogens, 17 reprotoxicants, 12 allergens, and 18 neurotoxicants. This cross-sectional survey on chemical exposure may serve as comparison for future surveys.