Not nearly enough Bongo's down here in Australia!

I have received the lab results back.

The sample consisted of bituminous material. No asbestos detected. No respirable fibres detected. Organic fibre detected.

The material in question is in picture attached.

I do recommend for peace of mind to get any suspect materials tested, definitely pays ...

Thanks for the response and information.

It looks like it was used for soundproofing and insultation - https://www.asbestos.com/exposure/automobiles/

Unfortunately it seems like Japan did not stop using it: https://www.autoblog.com/2005/12/28/asbestos-still-used-liberally-in-japanese-automobile ...

Hi all,
My partner and I recently bought a '97 Bongo. We pulled up the carpet and came across what we believe is the sound deadening pads fixed to the floor.
Does anyone know what material these are made out of, or more specifically if they contain asbestos? Japan was still manufacturing cars with ...