What happens to styrene when it enters the environment?
• Styrene can be found in air, water, and soil after release from the manufacture, use, and disposal of styrene-based products. • It is quickly broken down in the air, usually within 1 to 2 days. • Styrene evaporates from shallow soils and surface water. Styrene that remains in soil or water may be broken down by bacteria or other microorganisms. • Styrene is not expected to build up in animals.
