date:Jul 02, 2014
ycidamide, one of the main metabolites from this process, is the most likely cause of the gene mutations and tumours seen in animal studies. Dr. Benford pointed out that so far, human studies on occupational and dietary exposure to acrylamide have provided limited and inconsistent evidence of increased risk of developing cancer.
Besides cancer, the Panel also considered possible harmful effects of acrylamide on the nervous system, pre- and post-natal development and male reproduction. These eff