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In July 2015, journalist Younes Nachett published articles in Spanish newspapers outlining cases of silicosis among workers exposed to Cosentino’s Silestone, a quartz-based countertop material. Cosentino issued a response through their Director of […]

This document highlights potential inaccuracies and shortcomings in the 2013 Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for Cosentino’s Dekton®, focusing on respiratory silica dust hazards and associated health risks. Here’s a breakdown of the […]

A shadow of lung disease hangs over Spanish workers exposed to Cosentino’s Silestone, a popular artificial stone used in countertops. Early reports, as early as 2010, raised concerns: Asturias Study: Researchers identified three […]

Cosentino’s 2006 Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for Silestone paints a deceptive picture, glossing over its hazardous nature and potentially putting countless workers at risk. Here’s a closer look at the falsehoods and […]

A shadow of doubt hangs over the safety of Cosentino’s Silestone, an artificial stone widely used in countertops. Documents suggest that as early as 2001, cases of silicosis, a lung disease caused by […]

Missing Hazard Disclosure: The 1999 Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for Cosentino’s Silestone® product raises concerns about a potential lack of transparency regarding its hazardous components. Notably, Section 2, dedicated to hazardous ingredients, […]

Cosentino Group: A Global Player in Artificial Stone Cosentino Group, a family-owned Spanish company founded in 1979, is a titan in the world of engineered stone. Their brands like Silestone® and Dekton® adorn […]

Artificial Stone Manufacturer: Cambria Company LLC: 2023 Stone Coalition The Stone Coalition’s recent advertisement and website raise serious concerns about their transparency and commitment to worker safety. Here’s a breakdown of the issues: […]

Artificial Stone Manufacturer: Cambria Company LLC: 2023 Los Angeles In a July 28, 2023 letter to the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, Cambria, a manufacturer of artificial stone, urged against a proposed […]