Subtitle: Countries That Have Banned Asbestos
Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that has been used in many products and industries for centuries. However, its use has been heavily restricted in recent years due to its known health hazards. As of 2021, more than 60 countries have banned asbestos in some form or another.
Australia - Australia was the first country to ban asbestos in 2003, following the death of mesothelioma sufferer Steve McQueen. The regulation prohibits the importation, supply, use and reuse of asbestos and asbestos-containing materials.
New Zealand - New Zealand banned asbestos in 2016, making it the first country in the world to ban asbestos in all forms. The legislation prohibited the importation, supply, use and reuse of all types of asbestos, including chrysotile, crocidolite, amosite and tremolite asbestos.
United Kingdom - The United Kingdom banned asbestos in 1999, and the legislation was tightened in 2006. The regulations prohibited the importation, supply, use and reuse of all forms of asbestos, including chrysotile, crocidolite, amosite and tremolite asbestos.
Canada - Canada banned asbestos in 2018, making it the second country in the world to do so. The legislation prohibits the importation, supply, use and reuse of all forms of asbestos, including chrysotile, crocidolite, amosite and tremolite asbestos.
United States - The United States has not yet banned asbestos, although there are several bills that have been introduced to do so. As of 2021, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has implemented regulations that restrict the use of asbestos in certain products and industries.
European Union - The European Union (EU) banned asbestos in 2005. The legislation prohibits the importation, supply, use and reuse of all forms of asbestos, including chrysotile, crocidolite, amosite and tremolite asbestos.
Japan - Japan banned asbestos in 2020, becoming the third country in the world to do so. The legislation prohibits the importation, supply, use and reuse of all forms of asbestos, including chrysotile, crocidolite, amosite and tremolite asbestos.