Exposure to organophosphate flame retardants in spray polyurethane foam applicators: Role of dermal exposure

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Anila Bello; Courtney C. Carignan; Yalong Xue; Heather M. Stapleton; Dhimiter Bello;

(2018)

Publisher: Elsevier

Journal: Environment International (issn: 0160-4120)

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Identifiers: doi: 10.1016/j.envint.2018.01.020
Subject: Environmental sciences | GE1-350

Background: Spray polyurethane foam (SPF) is a highly effective thermal insulation material that has seen considerable market growth in the past decade. Organophosphate flame retardants (PFRs) are added to SPF formulations to meet fire code requirements. A common flame ... View more

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