Cadmium

High Concern

Heavy Metal

Also known as

cadmiumcadmium chloridecadmium sulfate

The concern

IARC Group 1 carcinogen — causes lung and kidney cancer. Accumulates in kidneys over decades. Dietary exposure through leafy vegetables, cereals, and tobacco. Some rice and cocoa products have elevated levels.

Read the source: IARC / EFSA

What to look for on labels

This ingredient may appear under any of the following names or codes on product labels:

Cadmium
cadmium
cadmium chloride
cadmium sulfate

Learn more

Read the full evidence directly from the authoritative source.

View source — IARC / EFSA

Data sourced from IARC, FDA, EFSA, WHO and EWG public data. For informational purposes only. This does not constitute medical or legal advice.

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