A Flame Retardant Chemical Is Damaging Sperm Quality
NonToxCo Research
Science & Safety Team · 4/8/2026
Dechlorane Plus, a flame retardant in electronics and plastics, is damaging sperm through specific molecular pathways.
How Dechlorane Plus Attacks Male Fertility
A 2026 study in network toxicology identified the potential mechanisms behind Dechlorane Plus-induced reproductive toxicity in males. The chemical disrupts hormone signaling and damages sperm cells through multiple molecular targets simultaneously.
Dechlorane Plus is a chlorinated flame retardant used in electronics, wire coatings, and plastics. It's persistent, bioaccumulative, and found in household dust worldwide.
What You Can Do
Dust regularly with damp cloths. Use HEPA air purifiers. Replace old electronics responsibly. Browse non-toxic home essentials for safer alternatives.
Source: Authors (2026).