U.S. Environmental Protection Stresses Chemicals in Children's Mattresses

November 10, 2011 news, the United States environmental group CleanandHealthyNewYork published a report, the report found that a large number of children on the market (cotmattresses) contain chemicals of concern, including certain flame retardant substances, hydrazine, polyurethane and volatile organic compounds .

To assess the chemicals used in the mattress manufacturing process, the NGO obtained relevant information from 28 American mattress manufacturers. It was found that 72% of the mattress models used one or more chemical ofconcerns defined as concerns, 20% of the mattresses were free of harmful substances, and another 8% avoided the use of potential allergen substances.

In response to this study, the American Chemical Society responded, "Consumers should consider the benefits of flame retardants in mattresses. Flame retardants can play a key role in reducing the degree and frequency of home fires." U.S. and European government administration After launching an audit, institutional scientists said that the flame retardants currently used in furniture are safe, and consumers should pay more attention to the safety advantages of flame retardant materials.