Flame Retardants

For decades, manufacturers have added chemical flame retardants to electronics, furniture, children's pajamas and carseats, and foam baby products so they won't catch on fire easily when exposed to flame or high heat. But, many of these flame retardant chemicals have been linked to cancer, reproductive and thyroid problems, and cognitive impairments. We are advocating for toxic flame retardants to be replaced with safer, healthier alternatives.

TAKE ACTION NOW!

For more information:

Download these factsheets:

• PBDEs: A Toxic Threat to the Great Lakes
• Protect Children, Firefighters, and the Great Lakes
• Leading Companies Not Using Deca-BDE
• Support from Firefighter Organizations Across the U.S. 

Check out this recent radio clip:

• Flame Retardant Chemicals Show up in Air Around Great Lakes Region 

Visit our resource page:

• MNCEH Resources