Asbestos-Containing Material (ACM) refers to any material or product containing more than one percent asbestos. Asbestos, used for its strength and heat-resistant properties, is harmful when inhaled, leading to serious health problems such as lung cancer, asbestosis, and mesothelioma.
Asbestos-Containing Material (ACM) refers to products that include asbestos, a mineral fiber that has been widely used in building materials due to its durability and resistance to heat. However, the use of asbestos has generally been prohibited since the early 1980s due to health risks.
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