Toxaphene

Toxicological Profile

At a glance

NCEH/ATSDR makes peer review information available to demonstrate efforts to utilize transparent and independent peer review, appropriate research methods, and the highest level of data quality. This ATSDR toxicological profile succinctly characterizes the toxicologic and adverse health effects of toxaphene.

Details

Title: Toxicological Profile for Toxaphene

Subject of planned Report: The ATSDR toxicological profile succinctly characterizes the toxicologic and adverse health effects for the substance being described.

Purpose of Planned Report: The purpose of the toxicological profile is to provide a source of toxicological and epidemiological data. Data on hazardous substances most commonly found at hazardous waste sites supports public health assessment efforts.

Type of Dissemination: ISI

Timing of Review (including deferrals): August 2010

Type of Review (panel, individual or alternative procedure): Individual

Opportunities for Public Comment (how and when): A draft of this profile was made available comment on October 17, 2010. The draft was available for a 90-day public comment period.

Peer Reviewers Provided with Public Comments before the Review: No

Anticipated Number of Reviewers: 3 or fewer

Primary Disciplines or Expertise: toxicology, environmental health, chemistry

Reviewers Selected by (agency or designated outside organization): CDC/ATSDR

Public Nominations Requested for Reviewers: No

Charge to Peer Reviewers: DTEM Charge to Peer Reviewers

Reviewers

Academic and Professional Credentials
Ph.D., Toxicology
Current Position Title
Professor, Aboriginal Environmental Health
Organizational Affiliation(s)
University of Northern British Columbia, Prince George, BC
Areas of Expertise, Discipline, Relevant
Experiences
Dr. Chan has knowledge of toxaphene’s:

  • Physical and chemical properties
  • Toxicokinetics
  • Key health end points
  • Mechanisms of action
  • Human and animal exposure
  • Quantification of risk to humans
Recommended by Scientific/Professional
Society or General Public
No

Academic and Professional Credentials
Ph.D., Pharmacology, University of Milan
Current Position Title
Professor, Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences
Organizational Affiliation(s)
University of Washington, Seattle
Areas of Expertise, Discipline, Relevant
Experiences
Dr. Costa has knowledge of toxaphene’s:

Physical and chemical propertiesToxicokineticsKey health end pointsMechanisms of actionHuman and animal exposureQuantification of risk to humans

Recommended by Scientific/Professional
Society or General Public
No

Academic and Professional Credentials
  • B.S.
  • M.S.
  • Ph.D.
  • M.P.H.
  • A.T.S.
Current Position Title
Professor and Dean of Agricultural and Urban Programs
Organizational Affiliation(s)
Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey
Areas of Expertise, Discipline, Relevant
Experiences
Dr. Robson has knowledge of toxaphene’s:
Physical and chemical propertiesToxicokineticsKey health end pointsMechanisms of actionHuman and animal exposureQuantification of risk to humans
Recommended by Scientific/Professional
Society or General Public
No

Resources

Peer Reviewers’ Comments: Toxaphene Summary Report
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CDC/ATSDR’s Response to Reviewers’ Comments for Toxicological Profile for Toxaphene
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The ISI/HISA Dissemination Itself
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Content Source:
Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry