R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-24.5-10: Product sale or use.

(a) The director may limit or ban the use or sale of an asbestos or asbestiform product after notice and hearing when that product is found to be a likely risk of or a potential cause of injury or death from the normal and intended use of the product.

(b) Any person or entity selling or manufacturing asbestos or asbestiform material shall be strictly liable for any injury, death, or damages related to the exposure to, or use of, these products.