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Chinese researchers: Problematic chemicals are being trivialized

Problematic chemicals have not been adequately assessed in the past, concludes a Chinese research team in a recent study. The study shows that chlorinated volatile organic compounds in the atmosphere can be converted into highly toxic polychlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxins and dibenzofurans on mineral dust particles under sunlight. Hazardous chemicals are frequently assessed in national and international regulations, which primarily focus on… Read more »