Showing posts with label toxic chemicals. Show all posts
Showing posts with label toxic chemicals. Show all posts

Sunday, August 9, 2009

Hidden Hazards in Air Fresheners


via NRDC.org

"Over the past few years, air fresheners have become a staple in many American homes and offices, marketed with promises of a clean, healthy and sweet-smelling indoor atmosphere. The labels do not mention, however, that many of these products also release potentially hazardous chemicals.

A recent investigation of 14 common air fresheners by the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) found hormone-disrupting chemicals known as phthalates in 12 products, including some fresheners marketed as "all-natural" and "unscented." None of the air fresheners listed phthalates on their labels..." (read more)

And via Science Daily:

Many Cleaners, Air Fresheners May Pose Health Risks When Used Indoors