Are kids more exposed to flame retardants than adults in the same home?
Yes. Kids spend more time on floors and put hands in mouths more, increasing flame retardant intake from dust.
What's actually in it
The science on this is clear enough to act on. Chemical exposure from this product type is real and avoidable with a simple swap.
Research on this chemical or material consistently finds exposure levels worth reducing, and safer alternatives are widely available.
What the research says
Yes. Kids spend more time on floors and put hands in mouths more, increasing flame retardant intake from dust.
The research base on household chemical exposure from everyday products continues to grow. Studies consistently show that material selection is the most controllable variable for reducing exposure at home.
The research at a glance
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