| Author (Corporate) | European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) |
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| Publisher | EU |
| Publication Date | 2013 |
| Content Type | Key Source, Overview |
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Brominated flame retardants (BFRs) are mixtures of man-made chemicals that are added to a wide variety of products, including for industrial use, to make them less flammable. They are used commonly in plastics, textiles and electrical/electronic equipment. In the European Union (EU) the use of certain BFRs is banned or restricted; however, due to their persistence in the environment there are still concerns about the risks these chemicals pose to public health. |
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| Source Link | http://www.efsa.europa.eu/en/topics/topic/bfr.htm |
| Subject Categories | Business and Industry |
| Countries / Regions | Europe |
