Is black mold dangerous?
On One Hand: Some Black Mold Is DangerousTwo types of black mold are dangerous: Stachbotrys and Memnoiella. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, exposure to these types of black mold is linked to upper respiratory tract infections.On the Other: Most Types Are HarmlessA variety of other molds–including Alternaria, Aureobasidium, Cladosporium–have a black appearance. These molds do not produce mycotoxins and are not dangerous. They can, however, pose a mild health risk to people with asthma or allergies.Bottom LineSeveral types of black mold exist, many of which are not dangerous. Only two types of black mold are known to release harmful mycotoxins–Stacybotrys and Memnoillea.
