Formaldehyde is a known carcinogen used in embalming. It’s also used frequently in many materials in the home. Since it’s so widely used the chances of its fumes being emitted from a number of sources in your home on a daily basis are quite high.

The chemical makeup of formaldehyde makes it an effective preservative for things such as preserving animals that are used in dissection for teaching purposes. It’s also present in a number of resins in adhesives for home flooring such as carpeting and wood, as well as wood-pressed products.

Formaldehyde resins can be found in sheets and clothing as it makes the materials crease resistant.  These resins are used in many cleaning products, dishwashing liquid, carpet cleaners, wallpaper, latex paints, and glues. You can’t escape its presence in personal products either like nail polishes, facial tissues, and paper toweling.

This chemical is a potent irritant and allergen, and even in small doses can contribute to cancer. Some consumers unaware of the dangers of this chemical actually drink it on a daily basis through diet soda consumption.

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