Monday, November 15, 2010

Flame retardants pose serious health risks: scientists

Flame retardants pose serious health risks: scientists
http://www.hazmatmag.com/issues/story.aspx?aid=1000392411

"About 145 prominent scientists from 22 countries recently signed the first-ever consensus statement documenting health hazards from flame retardant chemicals found in home furniture, electronics, insulation, mattresses and other products.

The "San Antonio Statement on Brominated and Chlorinated Flame Retardants" documents how these chemicals are likely to cause serious health harm, with limited fire safety benefit."

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