Substances
Where is it Commonly Found?
Coal tar-based creosote is the most commonly used wood preservative in the United States. It is also used for roofing.HEALTH EFFECT SUMMARY
EPA classification: B1 (Probable human carcinogen - based on limited evidence of carcinogenicity in humans)What are its known health effects?
Carcinogen (P65)
What are its suspected health effects?
Neurotoxicant (RTECS)
Skin or Sense Organ Toxicant (LADO - L)
Alternative Materials
See above for wood treatments. There are many cresote free roofing products.
Additional Regulatory Information
On at least 46 federal government watch lists
Does it Correspond With Any Green Building Credits?
Living Building Challenge (1.2) - Prerequisite 5;Living Building Challenge 1.3 – Prerequisite 5: Materials Red List;
Living Building Challenge 2.0 – Red List
How is it Categorized?
What is it’s Origin?
Cresote is a wood preservative intended to slow decay and increase the life expectancy of wood products.
Divisions and Sections
Div 06 Built-Up Asphalt Roofing
Div 06 Built-Up Coal Tar Roofing
General Reference
http://cfpub.epa.gov/ncea/iris/index.cfm?fuseaction=iris.showQuickView&substance_nmbr=0360