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In reply to the discussion: Does anyone use air fresheners? [View all]we can do it
(12,799 posts)We've talked before about the hazards inherent in air fresheners. The EPA puts it quite poetically: "Air fresheners are usually highly flammable and also strong irritants to eyes, skin, and throat. Additionally, the solid fresheners usually cause death if eaten by people or pets."
Yes, these household helpers -- which became popular in the 1950s, along with perky smiles and perfect apple pies -- contain all manner of harmful ingredients, including formaldehyde, a powerful pesticide called paradichlorobenzene, and phthalates. In short, air "fresheners" actually make our air quality much worse, polluting our space and our bodies. To quote the EPA again, "air fresheners ... release pollutants more or less continuously."
http://www.grist.org/living/2012-01-02-ask-umbra-can-air-fresheners-make-you-sick
this one is good about other indoor pollution, too
http://www.silentmenace.com/-Air_Fresheners_.html
http://greentot.wordpress.com/2008/06/21/air-fresheners-toxic-dangers-and-natural-solutions/