Bisphenol A Plasticizer Brominated Flame Retardants Cause Home Carcinogenicity

: The safety issue of plastic products has always been a very controversial topic. A few days ago, the World Health Organization released a new study, citing the presence of brominated flame retardants and plastics in carpets, sofas, household appliances, water bottles, toys and other household items. Three types of “poisonous” substances such as chemistries and bisphenol A may cause cancer, asthma and infertility. In this regard, relevant experts said that exposure to pollutants can reduce harm by avoiding contact and proper use.

According to reports, among the three "toxic substances", plasticizers (also called "plasticizers") mainly exist in PVC flooring, paint and other decoration materials, disposable plastic cups, plastic gloves, toys and other daily necessities, packaging bags, Plastic wrap and other food packaging.

Peking Union Medical College Hospital Endocrinology Chief Physician Wu Xuejun said that long-term accumulation of plasticizers in the body can lead to hormone imbalance, reduce the immunity of hands-free, and even affect reproductive ability, induce precocious puberty in children. Plasticizers can also harm human genes, increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, and damage the liver and urinary system.

Bisphenol A is widely found in tableware, water bottles, baby bottles, cell phones, computers, shopping tickets and more. Not only can it cause heart disease, but it can also cause diabetes and liver diseases, affect the brain development of the fetus and children, and even increase the risk of prostate cancer and breast cancer. The brominated flame retardant is mainly applied to the surface of objects and used in home appliances, carpets, paints, sofa cushions and other household items. It interferes with the body's endocrine, immune and nervous systems, leading to decreased adult sperm quality and infertility.

Purchase qualified products, use it properly, and reduce exposure to avoid risks

Experts from the Guangzhou Analysis and Testing Center in China told the New Express reporter that the above three types of pollutants can avoid potential safety hazards by purchasing qualified products, using them properly, and reducing contact.

For example, a qualified plastic product will contain the chemical composition, which can be determined by the number of 1-7 in the triangle symbol at the bottom of the product. Use it according to the material. In general, most plastic products are not high-temperature resistant, and they should not be too hot when used. It is also not recommended to store food in plastic products for a long time. Ceramics, glass, and other substitute products are preferred. As for the problem of drinking cups and bottles of bisphenol A, there are currently many countries in the world that have issued bans. In May 2011, China ordered the ban on bisphenol A for infant feeding bottles. Selecting qualified products can avoid dangers to some extent.

The expert emphasized that in fact, people are worried that the toxic substances in their home life are more from indoor air pollution, that is, pollutants that we are familiar with such as formaldehyde, benzene series and TVOC. Exposure to contaminated chemicals can reduce or reduce victimization through less exposure. Consumers must also be scientific when faced with plastic products and learn to identify the basic information of plastic products.