Flame retardant 'Firemaster 550,' used in infant-products, is an endocrine disruptor

The flame-retardant mixture known as “Firemaster 550” is an endocrine disruptor that causes extreme weight gain, early onset of puberty and cardiovascular health effects in lab animals, according to a new study. Firemaster 550 is made up of four principal component chemicals and is used in polyurethane foam in a wide variety of products, ranging from mattresses to infant nursing pillows. The flame retardant is capable of crossing the placenta during pregnancy, reaching infants via breast milk, or both.

Read the whole article on Science Daily

More from Science Daily