We wanted to start our news with the slogan ‘The cars we use between our homes and workplaces every day expose us to the risk of cancer!’ You may have seen many similar news articles labeled as ‘fake news’ on social media platforms. However, what we are going to tell you today is based on a report put forward by the American Chemical Society (ACS). Here are the details of the cancer risk in car upholstery…
American Chemical Society (ACS): Car upholsteries pose a danger!
Using cars, or more generally, all motor vehicles, brings certain risks along with it. Among these risks, we can mention accidents, injuries, disabilities, etc. However, adding the risk of cancer might seem a bit exaggerated. Regarding this issue, the American Chemical Society (ACS) conducted a study.
According to the results of the study, we see that car upholsteries expose us to the risk of cancer every day. The substances used by car manufacturers to prevent fires in vehicle cabins are causing cancer. These substances are usually applied to car upholsteries during the painting process and ensure that the seats and carpets in the event of fires inside the vehicle do not catch fire easily.
In fact, these substances, which are quite beneficial for driving and safety, have been discovered to have a different aspect. When exposed to excessive heat, these substances emit a gas tendency to cause cancer inside the vehicle. Inhaling this gas is quite harmful and dangerous. The research was conducted with 155 car users who owned 2015 and newer models.
To ensure there was no margin of error in the test results, 101 tests were conducted in winter and 54 in summer. The harmful substance in question, known as TCIPP, tris(1-chloro-2-propyl) phosphate, was found in 99% of the vehicles. Considering the carcinogenic effect of this gas, which releases 0.2 to 11,600 nanograms of harmful substance per gram into the air, it is essential to consider its benefits.
For now, the precaution that can be taken regarding this issue is to ventilate the interior of the vehicle frequently. What do you think about this issue? Don’t forget to share your opinions in the comments section…
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