Ishkildite is variety of the mineral chrysotile. For information about chrysotile please click the article tab at the top of the page, or click -here-

Ishkildite is a variety of chrysotile differing in optical properties, X-ray powder pattern, and containing excess silica.

The following health hazards should be noted when handling ishkildite:

BIOHAZARD Ishkildite can cause asbestosis, lung cancer, and both pleural and peritoneal mesothelioma.

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