Question 1

does neoprene cause cancer?

Accepted Answer

Not likely.: Neoprene is the trade name of polychloroprene, a rubber-like polymer made by chemically treating chloroprene (2-chloro-1, 3-butadiene) so that each molecule hooks up to another in long chains. Chloroprene is considered possibly carcinogenic to humans, but virtually all the chloroprene is used up in the conversion to the polymer. The amount left behind is probably too miniscule to pose any risk.

Question 2

i'm looking to buy a sauna suit. does neoprene cause cancer like people who don't have medical degrees say?

Accepted Answer

No: These "pop" claims are made up, probably by the manufacturers of sports and relaxation clothes that do not include neoprene. I'm sorry the world is full of crooks.

Question 3

what chemical in neoprene causes cancer?

Accepted Answer

Chloroprene: Neoprene is polychloroprene
This is synthetic rubber

The EPA classifies Chloroprene as a group D chemical
this makes its carcinogenicity inconclusive
The International agency for Research on cancer IARC classified it as group 2 B ( possibly carcinogenic)
This is likely to occur mainly as industrial exposure and may be linked to skin and lung cancers

Question 4

can neoprene cause cancer, if so, what types & why?

Accepted Answer

Not directly: Per reported studies, it can cause allergies but does not directly cause cancer. However, some additives used with neoprene may sensitize skin and others are toxic to blood and kidneys.

Question 5

my neoprene waist trimmer (sweet sweat) has a proposition 65 warning saying it could expose me to chemicals like: chloroprene, vinyl chloride, di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (dehp), should i be worried about getting cancer with this product?

Accepted Answer

Yes and No.: Here in California, the law requires Cancer Warning signs everywhere because EVERYTHING we eat, touch, breathe can cause cancer. That is the nature of life, everything on Earth can cause cancer... but the true question is, how likely is it to happen? For example, eating organic berries daily should be fine. Breathing the engine exhaust on the way to the grocer and back is likely more dangerous.

Question 6

i am a breast cancer patient currently in remission (2 years, stage 0).  can neoprene dumbbells be harmful for me?

Accepted Answer

Usually ok: Unless you have lymphedema of your arms, you should be ok using dumbbells.

Question 7

could neoprene waist reducers really work?

Accepted Answer

Only temporarily : Neoprene waist reducers work by causing spot sweating which causes some size reduction but that only lasts until the next drink of water.

Question 8

cleaning after a heavy deer mice infestation in the northeast. using n-95 with partial seal and neoprene disposable gloves. likelihood of hantavirus?

Accepted Answer

Hantavirus: There have only been 4 cases of Hantavirus reported to the CDC between 1993 (when surveilance began) until JAn 2017. Only 20 to 40 cases of Hantavirus are reportedly annually in the US. Your chances are low.  Good on you for protecting yourself.

Question 9

i know neoprene is considered a toxic chemical, but is it toxic to use neoprene dumbells for a workout? if so, how is it toxic through using dumbells?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: Not likely to be enough absorption through your hands to be of any concern.

Question 10

how to treat a neoprene rash on my wrists?

Accepted Answer

Avoid all rubber: Avoidance of all rubber /latex is the key.  In the meanwhile try otc Hydrocortisone cream to calm it down.

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