What are the hazards of excessive formaldehyde in furniture to the human body?

According to the World Health Organization, formaldehyde is suspected to be carcinogenic and teratogenic substances, and has a variety of effects on human health, such as: irritation, allergies, abnormal sense of smell, abnormal lung function, abnormal liver function, abnormal immune function, etc. Experiments have shown that when the concentration of formaldehyde in the air reaches milligrams of cubic meters, it can easily lead to asthma; When the milligram is reached, there will be a peculiar smell and discomfort; If the concentration is high, it will irritate the eyes and cause tears, sore throat, nausea, vomiting, cough, chest tightness and other symptoms.

Long-term exposure to low-dose formaldehyde will cause many diseases such as chronic respiratory diseases, menstrual disorders in women, decreased physical fitness of newborns, and chromosomal abnormalities.

Experts believe that the main sources of aldehyde in home armor are as follows: 1It comes from wood-based panels such as plywood, blockboard, MDF and particleboard, which are used in interior decoration.

2.From interior furniture, including faux furniture, fabric furniture, kitchen furniture, etc.

3.From other types of decorative materials containing formaldehyde, especially unqualified white latex and coatings.

4.From upholstery textiles, including bedding, wall coverings, wallpaper, carpets and curtains.

There are three serious hazards of excessive formaldehyde in furniture:

1.Sensitization: direct skin contact with formaldehyde can cause allergic dermatitis, pigmentation, necrosis, and inhalation of high concentrations of formaldehyde can induce bronchial asthma.

2.Irritation: The main harm of formaldehyde is the irritation of the skin and mucous membranes, formaldehyde is a toxic substance of the original plasma, which can be combined with protein, and severe irritation and edema of the respiratory tract, eye irritation, and headache occur when inhaled at high concentrations.

3.Mutagenicity: high concentrations of formaldehyde are also a genotoxic substance. In the case of high concentration inhalation in laboratory animals, nasopharyngeal tumors can be caused.

Therefore, when buying furniture, it is important not to buy environmentally friendly furniture.

We can also use some means to remove formaldehyde to eliminate them.

Method 1Ventilation method Generally, the window will be opened for ventilation for a period of time.

Method 2Plant absorption method Plants have a strong ability to absorb formaldehyde, such as pothos and cactus.

Method 3If you don't want to replace it often, you can buy products such as algaite, which can be used to adsorb and decompose formaldehyde for a long time. It can be placed in wardrobes, drawers and other furniture without causing secondary pollution.

Method 4: Diallin spray, Diarin is extracted from the plant body, pure plant, and there will be no chemical pollution.