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SEMI-ANNUAL LIST OF REPORTS PREPARED FOR OR BY
THE OFFICE OF TOXIC SUBSTANCES
This list covers Office of Toxic Substances reports
published by NTIS from October 1975 through March
15, 1976. For reports published prior to that date,
see the Semi-Annual List dated October 1975
April 1976
OFFICE OF TOXIC SUBSTANCES
U. S ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
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The publications lisled herein are
available for purchase at (he National Technical
Information Service, U S Department of Commerce,
PO Box 1553, Springfield, VA 22161
Prices quoted are for papercopy
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(1) PB 244-625/AS Technical and Microeconomic Analysis of Cadmium, and	$7 25
Its Compounds
Abstract
The role of cadmium (and us compounds) in the environment and in the economy of
the United States was studied, to evaluate the need for and the projected effect of controlling
its production, use and dissipation Technological and economically feasible control alterna-
tives were developed from (I) A sjstcmntic documentation of cadmium production, uses,
prevalence, and sources of pollution, and (2) An evaluation of the present and projected
health hazards Available information was ihen used to directly compare and optimize the
various alternatives
The resulls led to two sets of recommended controls The first aimed .it preventing in-
creases in (he present cadmium health hazards, consists of continued air and water pollution
abatement, environmentally-sound land disposal of industrial wastes and residuals, and regula-
tion of application rates to agticuitural lands of cadmium-bearing materials The second set
of controls e\hibits a more aggressive posture towards limiting cadmium dissipation, -which
could be implemented in the future should a more precise definition of the health hazard
justify such a posture This second set of controls includes limitation of the cadmium impurities
in products of the zinc industry, reduction in the demand for cadmium by voluntary action of
several key industries and government and the restriction or abolition of c.ulnuum imports
(2) PB 245—984/AS Preliminary Investigation of Effects on the Environment of	$5.25
Boron, Indium, Nickel, Selenium, Tin, Vanadium find Their
Compounds. Volumel: Boron
Abstrai t
A comprehensive review of published Ineraluri was lomluitcd to prepare this preliminary
investigation report on the phvsical and chemical properties of boron on the environmental
exposure factors related to its consumption and use, on the health and enMronnienl.il effects
resulting from exposure to this substance, and on am applicable regulations and standards
governing its use
(3)	PB 245-985/AS Preliminary Investigation of Effects on the Environment of	$3 n5
Boron, Indium, Nickel, Selenium, Tin, Vanadium and Their
Compounds. Volume II: Indium
Abstract
Same as above except literature search was conducted for indium
(4)	PB 245-986 'AS Preliminary Investigation of Effects on the Environment of	$4 75
Boron, Indium, Nickel, Selenium, Tin, Vanailium and Their
Compounds. Volume III: Nickel
Abstract
Same as above, except literature search was conducted for nickel
(5)	PB 245-987/AS Preliminary Investigation of Effects on the Environment of	$5 25
Boron, Indium, Nickel, Selenium, Tin, Vanadium and Their
Compounds. Volume IV: Selenium
Abstract
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(6) PB 245-988/AS Preliminary Investigation of Effects on the Environment of	$5 25
Boron, Indium, Nickel, Selenium, Tin, J'auadium and Their
Compounds. Volume V: Tin
Abstract
Same as above except literature search vv.is conducted loi tin
(7) PB 245-989 AS Preliminary Investigation of Effects on the Environment of	$4 75
Itoron, Indium, iS'ickel, Selenium, Tin, 1 iinndinm and Their
Compounds. I olunie I I: J muidium
Abstract
Same as above. except literature search was conducted fur vanadium
(8)	PB 246-213 / AS Sampling and Analy\is of Seleeted Toxic Substances, Task II—	$3 75
Ethylene Dihromide
Abstrac t
Ethylene dibromide has recentlv hcen repotted bv the N'CI to he a polcnlt.il carcinogen
Its commercial use is predominated as a scavenging age-lit for lead m gasoline A minor usage
is as a pesticide fumigant A protocol was developed lor the sampling and analysis ol ethylene
dibromide in ambient air and surface water I he range in concentration of ethvlene dihromide
in the air and the site where it was collected are as follows manufacturing sites 4 2m
115/jg/M oil refinerv. 0 21-1 6Vg/M urban locations near let.ul gasoline stations and with
heavv vehicular traffic, 0 069 to 0 ll/ig/M I'wo water samples collected from streams near an
oil refinery and a manufacturing site were found to contain I |1 and I OS pph ethylene
dibromide rcspectivclv further work to clarilv ambient air levels and to assess whether
thev mav represent a health risk is antic ipaled but the vcrv low levels detected to dale are not
thought to present a significant risk to lie.dlli
(9)	PB 246-356 AS Investigation of Selected Potential Environmental	$7 50
Contaminants: Haloethers
Abstract
This report reviews the potential environmental hazard from the commerci.il use of
halocthcr compounds The lluorinated anesthetic ethers methowfur.ine (2 2-dichloro-l ,1-
difluoroethvl methvl ether) and lluroxene (2 2 2-trifluoroetlnl unvl ether), are only pcri-
pherallv treated Major locus is on the a-chloroethers bis(chloroniethyl)ether and chloro-
meihyl methvl e-ther and the /'-chloroethers. bis(2-chloroisopropropvl)ethcr. bis(2-chloroethyl)-
cther and bis(2-chloroctho\v)methane flic a-chloroethers are used .'is chemical intermediates
for production of ion exchange resins while the /i-chloroethers are used mostly for solvents
but ha\e some chemical intermediate uses Information on physical and chemical properties,
production methods and quantities, commercial uses and factors afTccting environmental con-
tamination, as well as information related to health and biological elfects, arc reviewed
(10) PB 246-419/AS Environmental Hazard Assessment of One ard Two Carbon	$9 00
Fluorocarbons
Abstract
This report revipws the potential environmental hazard from the corrmercial use of
large quantities of saturated, one and two carbon fluorocarbon compounds which are used
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extinguishing agents The following seven compounds were of major interest trichlorofluoro-
methanc, dichlorodifluoromcthane, chlorodifluoromethane, trichlorotrifluoroethane, dichloro-
tetrafluoroethane, chloropcntaduoroethane, and bromotrifluoromethane Information on physi-
cal and chemical properties, production methods and quantities, commercial uses and factors
affecting environmental contamination as well as information related to health and biological
effects, are reviewed
(11) PB 246-947/AS Environmental Aspects of Chemical Use in Various Industrial	$13 75
Operations. Environmental Aspects of Chemical Use in Well-
Drilling Operations, Conference Report
Abstract
This conference was the second in a series of three on the environmental impact of
chemicals 111 various industrial operations
The objective of this conference was to cover and discuss current chemical use, functions
of chemicals in the operations, byproducts likely to be introduced, known health or environ-
mental effects from chemicals used, and measures used or available for use to control
environmental contamination More specifically, papers were presented and discussions held
that covered industrial emissions and effluent surveys, chemicals and their effects, reclama-
tion and disposal, and academic programs
(12) PB 247-000/AS Materials Balance and Technology Assessment of Mercury and	$11 75
Its Compounds on National and Regional Bases
Abstract
The role of mercury and its compounds in the environment and the economy of the
United States was studied A detailed material balance for mercury and its compounds was
developed on a national basis and for selected geographical regions, including estimates of the
environmental fate of all emissions
Current and projected process technologies for mercury products were examined, and
estimates of environmental losses for 197.1 and 1981 were presented A set of regulatory
alternatives was developed for each of the major technologies involving substantial losses of
mercury to the environment, and the economic impact of these alternatives was examined
(13) PB 247-778/AS Environmental Hazard Assessment of Liquid Siloxanes	$5 50
( Silicones )
Abstract
This report renews the potential environmental hazard from the commercial use of
large quantities of liquid silo\anes which are used for the most part in waxes, polishes, cos-
metics, and in the foaming of polvurethane. and as lubricants, antifoaming agents, release
agents, and protective coatings for textiles, glass and leather Polydimethylsiloxane and
polymethylphenvlsiloxane were of major interest as commercial products, although low mo-
lecular weight siloxanes were also reviewed Information is presented on the chemical
properties, production method*. quantities produced and released commercial uses, and factors
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(14) PB 247-946/AS A Review of Concentration Techniques for Trace Chemicals in	$12.50
the Environment
Abstract
This report contains a discussion of the techniques which are currently available for
the concentration of trace pollutants prior to their analysis Methods for the accumulation of
metals and organic compounds from air, water, and solids are covered as well as a review of
recent literature on bioaccumulation Each section includes tables in which concentration
methods, and the accumulated materials are listed along with the pertinent literature
references
(15) PB 248-198/AS Test Methods for Assessing the Effects of Chemicals on Plants	$8.00
A bstract
This report is the result of a survey undertaken 1o develop n series of acceptable test
protocols for assessing the effects of chemicals oil plants Plant exposure to air, soil, and water
contaminants were considered Test species were selected on Ihe basis of physiology, anatomy,
importance as crops, and their susceptibility to chemicals Bio.issny methods were chosen
because they are most representative of natural conditions The recommended sequence of
test procedures includes growth chamber or laboratory testing, greenhouse testing, field plot
testing, progeny testing, and finally population studies in the ecosystem It is suggested that
the extent of testing should depend upon the quantity of the chemic.il lo be manufactured
and its potential hazard to the environment
(16) PB 248—426/AS Epidemiology Studies Tusk HI: Vinyl Chloride	$5 50
Abstract
Using data from the 1970 Census of Population, estimates of the number of people living
within a 5 mile radius of industrial planls producing vinyl chloride and vinyl chloride resins
were prepared Findings were
0-'/2	miles 17.000
•A- 1 miles 197.000
1-	3 miles 1.506,000
3- 5 miles 2.749.000
4,489,000
The sex and age characteristics are also provided
(17) PB 248-634/AS investigation of Selected Potential Environmental	$5 50
Contaminants: Chlorinated Paraffins
Abstract
This report reviews the potential environmental hazard from the commercial use of
chlorinated paraffins Chlorinated paraffins, in most cases, contain 10 to 30 carbon atoms and
a chlorine content of 40-70% They are used as lubricating oil additives, secondary plas-
ticizejs, and flame retardants Information on physical and chemical properties, production
methods and quantities, commercial uses, and factors affecting environmental contamination,
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(18)	PB 248—660/AS Compilation of Stale Data for Eight Selected Toxic	$6 75
Substances—Vol. I
In June 1974, the Office of Toxic Substances, EPA, contracted with MITRE to collect
and analyze toxic substances data in the U S In the following 14 months, MITRE contacted
agencies in 20 key states and collected and analyzed their monitoring data This report de-
scribes thai effort and discusses the amount, type and usefulness of the data and the toxic
substances monitoring capabilities of the state agencies contacted Data collected and
analyzed were for the following chemicals arsenic, beryllium, cadmium, cyanide, lead,
mercury, PCB's
(19)	PB 248-661/AS Compilation of State Data for Eight Selected Toxic	$4 00
Substances—Vol. II
Abstract
This appendix is a listing of key points-of-contact, phone numbers, agencies, and ad-
dresses, for each agency in the 20 states contacted which monitored toxic substances (See
PB 248-660/AS)
(20)	PB 248-662/AS Compilation of Stale Data for Eight Selected Toxic	$4.00
Substances—Vol. Ill
A bstract
This appendix is a cross-reference bibliography by state and by substance of every body
of data and reports collected from the state agencies in the course of the project (See PB
248-660/AS)
(21)	PB 248—663/AS Compilation of Stale Data for Eight Selected Toxic	$16.25
Substances—Vol. IV
Abstract
This appendix contains all the summaries and analyses of state agency data that were
presented in the four quarterly reports during the course of the project (See PB 248-660/AS)
(22)	PB 248-664/AS Compilation of Slate Data for Eight Selected Toxic	$9 75
Substances—Vol. V
Abstract
This appendix comprises 160 charts which summarize state agency toxic substances moni-
toring capabilities by state, substance, and agency for 25 monitoring program descriptors
(See PB 248-660/AS)
(23)	PB 248—834/AS Environmental Hazard Assessment Report Chlorinated	$4 00
Naphthalenes
Abstract
This report is an analysis of available information on chlorinated napthalenes pertinent
to an assessment of the potential environmental hazard posed by these compounds Aspects
discussed are environmental exposure factors, biological effects, general information on uses,
production, and chemical properties, as well as associated handling practices, and applicable
standards and regulations Conclusions as to current hazard potemtal are presented, and
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(24) PB 248-835/AS Environmental Hazard Assessment Report Higher	$3 50
Renzenepolycarboxylates
Abstract
This report is an analysis of available information on the higher bertzenepolycarboxylates
(i e , bcn7cnccarboxylatcs through bemcnchexacarboxylate) pertinent to an assessment of the
potential environmental hazard posed by these compounds Aspects discussed are production
and uses of the subject compounds, environmental aspects and biological aspects The study
concludes ihjt current uses of these compounds do not present an environmental hazard,
but makes recommendations for additional studies to be undertaken prior to initiation of new
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Antifoams, 13
Arsenic, 18-22
Benzenepolycarboxylates, 24
Benzenepolycarboxylic Acids, 24
Beryllium, 18-22
Bis(2-chloroethyl) Ether, 9
Bis(chloromethyl) Ether, 9
Bis(2-isopropyl) Ether, 9
Boron, 2
Cadmium, 1, 18-22
Carboxylic Acids, 24
Carcinogens, 9
Chlorinated Naphthalenes, 23
Chlorinated Paraffins, 17
Chlorex, 9
Chlorofluorocarbons, 10
Chloromethyl Methyl Ether, 9
Chlorodifluoromethane, 10
Chromium, 18-22
Conference Reports
well-drilling operations, 11
Cyanide, 18-22
Dichlorodifluoromethane, 10
Ethylene Dibromide, 8
Flame Retardants, 17
Fluorine Organic Compounds, 10
Fluorocarbons, 10
Freons, 10
Haloethers, 9
Indium, 3
Lead, 18-22
Liquid Siloxanes, 13
Literature Searches
boron, 2
indium, 3
nickel, 4
selenium, 5
tin, 6
vanadium, 7
INDEX
Mercury, 12, 18-22
Microeconomics
cadmium, 1
Monitoring
arsenic, 18-22
beryllium, 18-22
cadmium, 18-22
chromium. 18-22
cyanide, 18-22
ethylene dibromide, 8
lead, 18-22
mercury, 18-22
polychlorinated biphenyls, 18-22
vinyl chloride, 16
Naphthalene Compounds, 23
Nickel, 4
One and Two Carbon Fluorocarbons, 10
Pesticides, 15
Plants, 15
Plasticizcrs, 17
Polychlorinated Biphenyls, 18-22
Polydimcthylsiloxanc, 13
Polymcthylphenylsiloxanc, 13
Selenium, 5
Silicones, 13
Siloxanes, 13
Solvents, 9
Techniques, 14
Tin, 6
Toxic Substances
data collection, 18-22
Trace Pollutants, 14
Trichlorolluoromcthjnc, 10
Vanadium, 7
Vinyl Chloride, 16
Well-drilling Operations, 11
Zinc
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