G3 3 – ENVIRONMENT
- Health Concerns:
- Black plastic products contain a flame-retardant chemical called decabromodiphenyl ether (BDE-209), which has been linked to human health risks.
- Source & Composition:
- Black plastic is often made from recycled electronic waste (such as computers, TVs, and appliances).
- Electronics contain harmful substances, including:
- Flame retardants (bromine, antimony).
- Heavy metals (lead, cadmium, mercury).
- Toxicity & Regulations:
- These substances are toxic to humans at high levels of exposure.
- Many countries have banned black plastic due to its health hazards.