Chemicals called semivolatile organic compounds have been linked to health problems
DOMESTIC CHEMICALS Children who grow up in houses with all vinyl flooring or living room sofas that contain flame retardants called PBDEs have higher levels of potentially harmful chemicals in their bodies than other kids, a study finds. vinyl flooring for uneven floors
WASHINGTON — Home decor like furniture and flooring may not be notorious polluters like gas-guzzlers, but these indoor consumer products can also be significant sources of potentially dangerous chemicals.
Kids who live in homes with all vinyl flooring or living room couches that contain flame retardants have much higher concentrations of chemicals called semivolatile organic compounds in their blood and urine than other children. Researchers reported those results February 17 at the annual meeting of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.
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