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In Chapter 5 we have provided a comprehensive review and an evaluation of the commercial uses of lead. We have also addressed key issues concerning anthropogenic and non-anthropogenic sources of lead, essentiality and toxicity, speciation and bio-availability, acceptable levels or guidelines and sound risk assessment, all of which form the basis for evaluating policy objectives as they concern the effects of lead on human health and the environment. Chapter 5 provides the important baseline data and analyses that are necessary for the determination of sound future regulation and policy options for heavy metals within and outside the European Union.
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Scoullos, M.J., Vonkeman, G.H., Thornton, I., Makuch, Z. (2001). Policy options for Lead. In: Scoullos, M.J. (eds) Mercury — Cadmium — Lead Handbook for Sustainable Heavy Metals Policy and Regulation. Environment & Policy, vol 31. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-010-0403-9_10
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