What Products Contain Asbestos?

Asbestos has been used in a wide variety of products due to its heat resistance, strength, and insulating properties. Some common products that contain asbestos include:

Construction Materials that may contain Asbestos are Roofing shingles, External Cladding, Internal Cladding, Floor tiles and linoleum, Ceiling tiles and coatings, Cement sheets and pipes
Insulation materials for walls, pipes, and boilers

Automotive Parts which are not so common anymore in Australia such as Brake pads and linings, Clutch facings, Gaskets

Household Items which could contain asbestos are Textured paints and coatings, Vinyl floor tiles and adhesives, Fireproofing materials, Heat-resistant fabrics and blankets

Industrial Products that could contain Asbestos are Insulating materials for electrical wiring and hot water pipes, Chemical filters, Laboratory equipment and protective gear

Asbestos can still be found in many older buildings and products, so it’s important to have suspect materials tested by professionals if you are unsure whether they contain asbestos.