#flame-retardants

[ follow ]
#recycling-issues

Huge math error corrected in black plastic study; authors say it doesn't matter

Flame retardants in plastic electronics can lead to toxic exposure in households from recycled products.

Harmful chemicals found in plastic cooking utensils DW 12/19/2024

Household black plastic items often contain harmful flame retardants, with a study finding 85% of tested items leaching these chemicals.

Huge math error corrected in black plastic study; authors say it doesn't matter

Flame retardants in plastic electronics can lead to toxic exposure in households from recycled products.

Harmful chemicals found in plastic cooking utensils DW 12/19/2024

Household black plastic items often contain harmful flame retardants, with a study finding 85% of tested items leaching these chemicals.
morerecycling-issues
#health-risks

Any Level of Flame Retardants in Black Plastic Spatulas Concerns Scientists

The concerns about flame retardants in black plastic cooking utensils were overstated; exposure levels are much lower than initially reported.

Do I Really Need to Throw Out My Black Plastic Spatula?

Black plastic kitchen items may contain toxic flame retardants, raising serious health concerns.
Flame retardants, while slowing fire spread, pose potential long-term health risks, especially in recycled products.

The Concerning Problem With Black Plastic Cooking Utensils - Tasting Table

Black plastic cooking utensils may contain toxic flame retardants linked to cancer risk, prompting a need for safer alternatives.

Your black plastic kitchen utensils aren't so toxic after all. But you should still toss them, group says

A recent study on toxic chemicals in black plastic contained a significant math error but still calls for caution in using these products.

Your car may be slowly killing you-but not for the reason you think

Flame retardants in cars pose health risks due to unregulated use and potential toxicity when inhaled or ingested by drivers and passengers.

Any Level of Flame Retardants in Black Plastic Spatulas Concerns Scientists

The concerns about flame retardants in black plastic cooking utensils were overstated; exposure levels are much lower than initially reported.

Do I Really Need to Throw Out My Black Plastic Spatula?

Black plastic kitchen items may contain toxic flame retardants, raising serious health concerns.
Flame retardants, while slowing fire spread, pose potential long-term health risks, especially in recycled products.

The Concerning Problem With Black Plastic Cooking Utensils - Tasting Table

Black plastic cooking utensils may contain toxic flame retardants linked to cancer risk, prompting a need for safer alternatives.

Your black plastic kitchen utensils aren't so toxic after all. But you should still toss them, group says

A recent study on toxic chemicals in black plastic contained a significant math error but still calls for caution in using these products.

Your car may be slowly killing you-but not for the reason you think

Flame retardants in cars pose health risks due to unregulated use and potential toxicity when inhaled or ingested by drivers and passengers.
morehealth-risks

Your black plastic spatula contains toxic flame retardants. This group is suing the EPA to stop it

The EPA is being sued for failing to regulate toxic flame retardants found in black plastic household items, posing health risks to humans and wildlife.

Why you should get rid of your black plastic spatula immediately

Toxic flame retardants found in black plastic household items may be due to contaminated recycling, posing health risks such as cancer and neurological damage.

99% of cars test positive for cancer-causing chemicals in cabin air

Flame retardants in vehicle interiors can potentially release chemicals into the air, impacting occupants' health.
[ Load more ]