Scientists Call for Caution on Widely Used Flame Retardants
Wednesday, October 27, 2010 - 23:30
in Physics & Chemistry
A statement signed by nearly 150 scientists from 22 countries raises concerns about occurrence, toxicity, and efficacy of a major class of flame retardant chemicals commonly found in upholstered furniture, foam carpet pads, textiles, televisions and other consumer electronics, airplanes, and automobiles. These chemicals also were used in mattresses produced before July 2007.