Environ Int November 2020 PMID 32866732

Volatile organic compounds in feminine hygiene products sold in the US market: A survey of products and health risks.

Nan Lin, Ning Ding, Emily Meza-Wilson, Amila Manuradha Devasurendra, Christopher Godwin, Sung Kyun Park, Stuart Batterman

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The discussions reflect high interest and agreement, with phrases like 'important findings' and references to health risks from VOCs such as benzene. The tone indicates concern and a call for greater transparency and safety, highlighting the publication's relevance and potential influence on consumer awareness and policy change.

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Abstract in brief

This study analyzed 79 feminine hygiene products sold in the US, finding that many contain volatile organic compounds (VOCs) like benzene and dioxane, which can pose health risks.
Products such as washes, sprays, and powders had higher concentrations of VOCs, and some products showed potential cancer risks, especially in pads, sprays, powders, and washes.
The researchers suggest removing toxic ingredients and requiring companies to disclose all chemicals in these products to better protect women's health.]

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