Study finds drivers exposed to harmful chemicals inside their cars
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A new study published in Environmental Science & Technology has revealed that drivers may be unknowingly inhaling harmful, cancer-causing chemicals inside their vehicles. These toxic substances, including a toxic flame retardant, called TCIPP, are released from materials commonly used in car interiors, such as seat cushions and dashboards. Prolonged exposure to these chemicals, especially in poorly ventilated cars, raises significant health concerns. To reduce exposure, people are advised to open windows for ventilation and park in shaded areas.
Source
Hoehn RM, Jahl LG, Herkert NJ, Hoffman K, Soehl A, Diamond ML, Blum A, Stapleton HM. Flame Retardant Exposure in Vehicles Is Influenced by Use in Seat Foam and Temperature. Environ Sci Technol. 2024 May 21;58(20):8825-8834. doi: 10.1021/acs.est.3c10440. Epub 2024 May 7. PMID: 38712863; PMCID: PMC11112730.
Additional Reading
https://people.com/drivers-are-inhaling-cancer-causing-chemicals-in-their-cars-8644994
https://www.earth.com/news/are-we-breathing-cancer-causing-chemicals-in-our-cars/