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Conclusions on some of the scientific issues concerning the use of PVC

2001 I PVC Tracing Papers n°9
Popularity : 100 %
This study analyses the issues identified in the CSIRO’ June 1998 report. Conclusive scientific evidence supporting the assertion that the most commonly used phthalates (DEHP and DINP) present a danger to humans is lacking says the report. With regard to lead compounds, under landfill conditions, the stabiliser loss is still slow and minor compared to other sources of lead in the environment. Likewise the contribution to heavy metals into the environment as a result of building fires can (...)

Germany: A study on plastic additives flame retardants and plasticizers in indoor environment.

Wednesday 19 March 2008 I by Tracing Papers Webmaster
Popularity : 100 %

UK: Vinyl flooring has superior “green” credentials to most alternatives.

Wednesday 19 March 2008 I by Tracing Papers Webmaster
Popularity : 85 %
According to an article in the June 2007 issue of the UK publication, “What’s new in building.”, vinyl flooring has superior “green” credentials to most alternatives, including so-called natural flooring. The article notes that vinyl (PVC) flooring uses less energy in manufacturing, transportation and installation than natural flooring products - which often have to be transported from developing countries. It also “scores extremely well” in life-cycle (...)

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PVC sustainability study carried out by Prognos : results of a most unconventional dialogue

1999 I PVC Tracing Papers n°3
Popularity : 81 %

Recycling of Plastics in Switzerland and lack of environmental impact of PVC incineration

2004 I PVC Tracing Papers n°12
Popularity : 52 %

Lack of impact in landfills and no risk to the environment for long-term behaviour of PVC products

1999 I PVC Tracing Papers n°4
Popularity : 30 %

Quantitative analysis of toxic compounds formed from combustion of plastics and newspaper

2004 I PVC Tracing Papers n°12
Popularity : 30 %

E.U. Life cycle Assessment of PVC and of principal competing materials.

2004 I PVC Tracing Papers n°13
Popularity : 30 %

Vinyl 2010 Progress Report 2004

2004 I PVC Tracing Papers n°13
Popularity : 30 %

PVC tubes used for drinking water: no leach of vinylchloride monomer

1999 I PVC Tracing Papers n°3
Popularity : 28 %

EU: Opinion on the risk assessment for acetyl tributyl citrate (ATBC), plasticizer used in children’s toys.

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Popularity : 22 %

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