HSE and Graphene Toxicity Testing Task Force

The Graphene Council is seeking volunteers to participate in the evaluation of HSE and Toxicity Testing data for different types and forms of graphene materials. Understanding an accurate toxicity and safe use profile for graphene is both a priority for regulators and a critical issue for the viability of a robust graphene industry.  

The scope of the HSE and Graphene Toxicity Testing will include a.) to inventory and evaluate any relevant, existing toxicological studies for specific types and forms of graphene, b.) to agree and define which internationally recognized and standardized testing protocols should be applied to graphene, and c.) identify gaps in graphene toxicological testing and studies that are necessary to satisfy regulatory requirements. 

We are seeking input from all interested stakeholders including graphene producers, customers and users of graphene, regulators and experts on material toxicological testing. 

Please note that the work product will be the property of The Graphene Council and volunteers will not be compensated.

Our intent is to recommend to key national governments the need to fund robust toxicological testing (including a recommendation of the specific testing standards to be applied) to determine safe use practices for graphene that allow for commercial use while protecting human and environmental health.

All work will be conducted remotely using the DELPHI method to drive consensus and to have the greatest opportunity for all volunteers to contribute.

Thank you in advance for your contribution to this important task!