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Polychlorinated biphenyls, commonly known as chlorobiphenyls or PCBs, are industrial chemicals which were commercialized in North America in 1929. They were used in the manufacturing of electrical equipment, heat exchangers, hydraulic systems, and several other specialized applications up to the late 1970s.
Among the health affects of PCBs are skin ailments called chloracne, reproductive disorders, liver disease and neurological problems in children. They are resistant to degradation and therefore persist for many years in the environment. Furthermore, they bioaccumulate in the food chain and are stored in the body fat of animals and humans. Because of the health and environmental risks associated with PCBs, an Act of Congress, the Toxic Substances Control Act of 1976, directed the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to ban the manufacture of PCBs and regulated their use and disposal.
While PCBs have been banned for several decades, their effects are still being felt today. The latency period of some of the diseases and disorders caused by PCBs are extensive (up to 30 years in some studies). As a result, individuals who were exposed in the late 70s may only now become aware of their condition. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with a condition fostered from exposure to PCBs, it is in your best interest to contact caring and qualified attorneys immediately, as you may be entitled to compensation from the agencies that were responsible for your exposure.
