Antimony
by Alan Kadish / Views 37 / February 1, 2015
Antimony: Used in polyesters and as a flame retardant, antimony is present in many toys and mattresses and may be an endocrine disruptor. Prolonged exposure may cause eye, skin, and lung problems. Antimony poisoning resembles arsenic poisoning, and inhalation of antimony can be fatal due to cardiotoxicity. Antimony trioxide is a possible carcinogen. Skin Deep score: 10
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