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Is the graphite in pencils hazardous to your health?
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Not really.: Graphite is an intert and nontoxic material which will not harm your health. However, it can cause permanent pigmentation if left in place in a wound. Most commonly, a pencil tip in the skin won't cause any toxic problems, but if not removed and the wound properly cared for, dark "tattooing" pigmentation may remain permanently.
Answered 11/28/2017
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