New research finds alarming levels of toxic chemicals in children’s mattresses

A study shows that toxic flame retardants used in mattresses can seep into air and be absorbed by childrenAlarming levels of highly toxic phthalates, flame retardants and UV filters in the air in small children’s bedrooms likely stems from kids’ mattresses off-gassing the chemicals, new research suggests.The peer-reviewed study measured air in the rooms of children under four years old, and the highest volumes were detected around the kids’ beds. An accompanying study checked for the same chemicals in 16 common kids mattress brands, and found them at concerning levels in each. Continue reading...