2006Event
Latin American trade unionists back asbestos ban across the region; Venezuela identified as a country where ban advocacy is needed
↗ SourceSENTINEL ARCHIVE / CASE #196
Venezuela
No national ban. Asbestos use is permitted with endorsement from the Ministry of the Environment or Health, subject to laws requiring employers to guarantee the safety and health of exposed workers. Venezuela is not among the Latin American countries that have banned asbestos (Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Honduras, Uruguay). The government has considered the feasibility of banning asbestos but political instability has limited regulatory progress.
—No Ban
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No ban in place
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Mesothelioma Rate
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Data not available
1960s-1990s
Peak Usage Era
Regulatory Timeline
2000s
2010s
- 2019Event
Regional review confirms Venezuela still permits asbestos use while 6 Latin American and Caribbean countries have enacted bans
↗ Source
Material Identification Guide
Common materials still present in buildings
asbestos-cement roofing sheets
HIGH RISKNon-friable
1930–2000
asbestos-cement water pipes
MODERATENon-friable
1930–1990
vinyl-asbestos floor tiles
MODERATENon-friable
1950–1980
What To Do If You Live Here
- Asbestos is still legally used in your country.
- New and older construction alike may contain asbestos-containing materials.
- Consult a certified professional before any renovation work.
- Advocate for stronger asbestos regulations in your region.
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Last updated: 2026-03-24
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