Flame retardant chemicals are substances that can slow down or prevent the spread of fire when added to materials such as fabrics, plastics and foams.
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In fact, a study by the Environmental Working Group and Duke University found higher concentrations
of flame retardant chemicals in children than adults.
A North Carolina State University - led research team has shown a connection between exposure to a widely
used flame retardant chemical mixture and disruption of normal placental function in rats, leading to altered production of the neurotransmitter serotonin.
Women with elevated levels of common types of
flame retardant chemicals in their blood may be at a higher risk for thyroid disease — and the risk may be significantly higher among post-menopausal women, according to a new study from researchers at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.
They are certified organic and non-toxic by the Global Organic Textile Standard and meet federal flammability standards without the need
for flame retardant chemicals of any kind.
«Childhood exposure to
flame retardant chemicals declines following phase - out: After phase - out of PBDEs, blood levels of the toxic chemicals have declined but not disappeared.»
Breast is always best, but the breast milk of women eating plant - based diets may not only exclude bovine casomorphins, but contain lower levels of industrial pollutants like dioxins;
see Flame Retardant Chemical Contamination.
Numerous studies have shown that industrial pollutants such
as flame retardant chemicals and mercury found in fish (such as tuna) may impair a baby's cognitive development, and is associated with reduced cerebellum size in newborns; methylmercury contamination in fish generally outweighs DHA benefits on brain development measured as children IQ.
These mattresses help to prevent overheating which is a great help in preventing SIDS and they are both naturally flame retardant (i.e absolutely
NO flame retardant chemicals have been added, using natural ingredients only).
This means there are still potential
toxic flame retardant chemicals in our babies» clothing and toys, until a complete ban on flame retardants is enacted.
The Britax seats were ranked first among the car seat companies tested because of Britax's comprehensive policy regarding chemicals in our products and our elimination of
halogenated flame retardant chemicals.
In 2013, the Center for Environmental Health (CEH) tested nap mats from California, New York, Washington, Alaska, Massachusetts, Vermont and Connecticut and found 10
different flame retardant chemicals (or chemical mixtures) in the nap mats.
Manufacturers used PBDEs as the
primary flame retardant chemical in furniture between 1975 and 2004 to comply with fire safety standards, with the highest use of these chemicals occurring in North America.
The implication is that
flame retardant chemicals called polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) can infiltrate the placenta during pregnancy and affect thyroid hormone activity at the cellular level, according to a new study published in the Endocrine Society's Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism (JCEM).
A good practice to utilize while shopping for new furniture is making sure it was produced in 2015 or later and has a TB 117 - 2013 Label that reads: «The upholstery materials in this product contain NO
added flame retardant chemicals.»
The study authors concluded that cats are primarily exposed to
flame retardant chemicals by ingesting house dust — which of course occurs every time they groom themselves.
We believe the only safe flame retardant is none at all, and our products meet all flammability standards without the need
for flame retardant chemicals of any kind..
«Childhood exposure to
flame retardant chemicals declines following phase - out: After phase - out of PBDEs, blood levels of the toxic chemicals have declined but not disappeared.»
However, what Naturepedic is known for is their innovative natural design and intelligent mattress construction, which allows for Naturepedic to pass all Federal and State flammability standards without the use
of flame retardant chemicals or barriers.
Moonlight Slumber also uses
no flame retardant chemicals.
Moonlight Slumber uses
no flame retardant chemicals on their Little Dreamer crib mattress.
Naturepedic's Ultra Breathable's intelligent organic design is free of
flame retardant chemicals and other questionable materials.
To expand on that; this portable crib mattress was not sprayed with
any flame retardant chemical.
Plus it has been thoroughly tested for chemical emissions and passes all flammability standards without the need for
flame retardant chemicals or other barriers.
This crib mattress has a waterproof surface and meets flammability requirements without the use of
flame retardant chemicals; its surface even meets food contact standards.
The filling meets all flammability standards without the addition of
flame retardant chemicals.
Screws are included to attach the changing pad to the back of a dresser or changing table
No flame retardant chemicals or barriers, vinyl, PVC or phthalates.
This standard prohibits the use of
flame retardant chemicals (e.g., Tris, PBB, TEPA, TCEP9, etc.) in products made for children.
Always check with the manufacturer to see if substances like formaldehyde, synthetically derived substances,
flame retardant chemicals, polyester, plastic products or glue was used in the manufacturing of the mattress in question.
A natural latex mattress can only be labeled «organic» if no sand fillers were used in the design, if no synthetic materials were used in the mattress cover or topper, and if
no flame retardant chemicals were applied to the mattress.
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