Some of the highest levels of this toxic chemical (deca-BDE) in the world are found in the blood and tissue of Great Lakes residents. It's time to find safe alternatives through a Great Lakes green chemistry initiative.
Blazes sparked by televisions, stereo equipment, VCRs and other home electronics account for the largest number of fire deaths in the United States.
But the flame retardant, known to the industry as "Deca," also shows up in our bodies. And there is much debate about what happens once it gets there.
Deca is one of three brominated flame retardants known collectively as PBDEs and commonly found in the home.
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Posted by Dave at December 14, 2005 10:58 PM