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.
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.
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.
This standard prohibits the use
of flame retardant chemicals (e.g., Tris, PBB, TEPA, TCEP9, etc.) in products made for children.
Her tests showed the center's regular foam mattresses were treated with one
of the flame retardant chemicals she studies.