Exposure limit

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-004245",
  "term": "Exposure limit",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A maximum permissible concentration of a chemical or physical agent in the environment or workplace that is considered safe for human exposure over a specified period. These limits are established by regulatory bodies to protect public health and worker safety. Examples include Threshold Limit Values (TLVs) and Permissible Exposure Limits (PELs).",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1221 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/exposure-limit/"
}