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Home Appliances
Large and small appliances for the home including refrigerators, washers, dryers, microwaves, and small kitchen appliances. These products contain plastics, metals, and electronic components.
Products in This Age Group
Microwave Ovens
Kitchen appliances for heating food. Concerns include plastic interior components and the...
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Refrigerators
Essential appliances for food storage. Refrigerator linings, seals, and plastic components may...
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Washing Machines
Appliances for cleaning clothes and linens. The washing process and machine materials can affect...
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Air Purifiers
Devices designed to clean indoor air. While intended to improve air quality, some air purifiers...
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Why It Matters
Appliances that contact food or operate at high temperatures are particularly important to consider. Heat can accelerate chemical release from plastics and coatings.
Key Safety Considerations
- ✓Food-contact appliances may transfer chemicals to food
- ✓Heat generation can release VOCs and plasticizers
- ✓Refrigerator linings and seals may contain plasticizers
- ✓Non-stick coatings on appliances may contain PFAS