Safe alternatives to products containing Brominated Flame Retardants
Brominated Flame Retardants is banned in European Union (PBDEs banned since 2003 under RoHS; HBCD banned globally under Stockholm Convention 2013), United States (EPA banned penta- and octa-BDE in 2004 under TSCA; deca-BDE phase-out) but still found in many US foods. Here are clean swaps.
🚫 Banned in European Union (PBDEs banned since 2003 under RoHS; HBCD banned globally under Stockholm Convention 2013)🚫 Banned in United States (EPA banned penta- and octa-BDE in 2004 under TSCA; deca-BDE phase-out)
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Full Brominated Flame Retardants breakdown →Frequently asked questions
What foods contain Brominated Flame Retardants?+
Brominated Flame Retardants is found in many processed US foods including snacks, cereals, beverages, and condiments.
Is Brominated Flame Retardants banned in the US?+
Brominated Flame Retardants is banned or restricted in European Union (PBDEs banned since 2003 under RoHS; HBCD banned globally under Stockholm Convention 2013), United States (EPA banned penta- and octa-BDE in 2004 under TSCA; deca-BDE phase-out) but is currently permitted in the US by the FDA.
How can I avoid Brominated Flame Retardants?+
Look for products labeled "certified organic," "no artificial colors," or certified by Non-GMO Project. The brands listed above are clean swaps. You can also use BannedPantry's barcode scanner to check any product instantly.
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