Where were the restricted substances plus PFOS/PFOA found in past manufacturing processes or products and what hazards are now avoided?
Lead (Pb) may be found in Lead based solders or in plating such as Tin-Lead on electrical contacts. Hazard: Reproductive, Liver, Kidney, Brain and CNS damage particularly dangerous to children. Mercury (Hg) may be found in alloys, lamps, thermometers. Hazard: Brain and nervous system damage, and known for hundreds of years as toxic. Cadmium (Cd) may be found in solder, alloys and semiconductors and as a stabilizer and colorant in plastics. Hazard: Highly toxic, it is a carcinogen and a teratogen. Hexavalent Chromium (Cr6+ [V1]) may be found in Zinc plating, chromate conversion processes and alloys. Hazard: This substance is considered carcinogenic. PolyBrominated Biphenyls (PBB) [Halogen] Brominated Fire Retardant (BFR) may be found in plastics. Hazard: Systemic effects on humans causing a range of internal symptoms. PolyBrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDE) [Halogen] Brominated Fire Retardant (BFR) may be found in plastics. Hazard: Systemic effects on brain and nervous system affecting me
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