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Electronics & Appliances
Televisions, computers, smartphones, home appliances, and audio equipment. Electronics contain flame retardants, heavy metals, and plastics that can off-gas VOCs, especially when new or warm.
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Computers
Desktop computers, laptops, tablets, and related accessories. These devices...
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Large and small appliances for the home including refrigerators, washers,...
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Televisions, speakers, headphones, gaming consoles, and audio equipment....
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Headphones
Audio devices worn on or over ears including over-ear headphones, on-ear headphones, and earbuds...
Speakers
Audio playback devices including portable speakers, smart speakers, and home audio speakers with...
Television
Video display devices for home entertainment, featuring large plastic housings, electronic...
Gaming Console
Video game systems including consoles, controllers, and accessories with plastic housings and...
Streaming Device
Small media players for streaming content including sticks, boxes, and smart TV adapters with...
Home Theater System
Complete audio-visual systems including receivers, amplifiers, multiple speakers, and subwoofers...
Laptops
Portable computers used for work, school, and entertainment. Laptops contain flame retardants in...
Tablets & E-Readers
Touchscreen devices used for reading, browsing, and apps. Similar concerns to laptops but often...
Desktop Computers
Stationary computers for home and office use. Desktop computers contain similar chemicals to...
Microwave Ovens
Kitchen appliances for heating food. Concerns include plastic interior components and the...
Refrigerators
Essential appliances for food storage. Refrigerator linings, seals, and plastic components may...
Washing Machines
Appliances for cleaning clothes and linens. The washing process and machine materials can affect...
Air Purifiers
Devices designed to clean indoor air. While intended to improve air quality, some air purifiers...
Category Overview
May contain brominated flame retardants, lead (in older electronics), cadmium, mercury, and plasticizers. Heat from operation can increase off-gassing. E-waste is a major environmental concern.
Tips for Safer Choices
- ✓Look for EPEAT or Energy Star certified electronics
- ✓Allow new electronics to off-gas in ventilated areas before extended use
- ✓Avoid placing electronics in enclosed spaces where heat builds up
- ✓Properly recycle old electronics through certified e-waste programs