| Summary: |
This German-language document describes the usage of nanomaterials in the painting and ink industry (e.g. titanium dioxide pigments) and explains the risk assessment process, in the areas of delivery and storage, production, filling, performance testing of products, warehousing, and distribution. For workers, various protective measures are suggested in accordance with German government recommendations, such as ventilation systems and personal protection devices. For paint specifically, it is not expected that nanoparticles will pose a hazard unless paint is ground up. There are currently no special risks from nano-coatings which are known but further studies are under development. |