Febreze Ambi Pur 3Volution Air Freshener Plug-In Refill Diffuser Refill Case, Odour Eliminator

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However, some people feel the amount of toxins they produce is not alarming, especially when used minimally in a large room. Nevertheless, it is best to use safer options to freshen the air, like baking soda and oil diffusers. Do Plug-in Air Fresheners contain Toxic Chemicals? Yes, plug-in air fresheners contain several toxic chemicals that are harmful to health when inhaled. Amongst these toxins, the most common ones found in air fresheners are phthalates, formaldehyde, naphthalene, Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), 1,4 dichlorobenzene, and toluene. Phthalate is a toxin commonly associated with congenital disabilities, hormonal imbalances, breast cancer, and reproductive abnormalities. However Proctor and Gamble seem to no longer sell the refills as I can't find the vanilla ones anywhere on line.

Ambi Pur 3Volution Air Freshener Plug-In Refill Febreze Ambi Pur 3Volution Air Freshener Plug-In Refill

Staying in a room that has a plug-in air freshener can affect the cat even after the smell leaves. Excessive inhalation can also cause diarrhea and asthma. Plug-in air fresheners release a reasonable amount of toxic substances into the atmosphere. These toxins are known to cause several health problems, especially headaches and breathing problems. Using plug-in air fresheners in a small space can cause indoor pollution and health problems for you and your pets.Oh Oh Oh I've just realised that I don't need to take it out of the plastic holder I can take the bung out anyway :-) but I'll still look for reserves. Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs): These compounds are common pollutants found in the air. They cause breathing difficulties and asthma.

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Plug-in air fresheners are not a safe option for the home. They contain some toxic chemicals that cause health problems to humans and pets. Plug-in air fresheners also cause indoor air pollution, and when used in a room without proper ventilation, you get to inhale more of these chemicals. TGD,you may have hit the nail on the head!! I didn't realise that you could get the little bottles out of the plastic casing! I thought it was a sealed unit but with a bit of a wiggle it comes out and I can remove the bung and fill them up YAY!!! When these chemicals are dispersed into the air, they mix with the air in the home and pollute it. When we breathe them in, they can cause several minor health issues like headaches, coughing, allergies, and throat irritation, and over time, they can lead to major health problems. No, it is unsafe to use a plug-in air freshener in a small room. While the general use of plug-ins can be debatable, using them in a small room is very unhealthy. This is because there is no proper ventilation in smaller rooms; thus, the air freshener will not be properly dissipated, causing excessive inhalation of these toxic chemicals. Also, essential oils used as fragrances can harm cats and dogs. These furry friends are allergic to some essential oils, and inhaling them harms their health. If you have a pet, you should go for better air freshening options. ConclusionCats and dogs are more sensitive to smell than humans and will be more affected by the toxic chemicals in air fresheners. These air fresheners can affect a cat’s kidney and liver in the long run. Your cat might cough, sneeze, vomit or become less active after inhaling air fresheners. I will be straight on the P & G in the morning but hold out little hope. OH well I guess it's a lesson learnt............ Formaldehyde is a human carcinogen that irritates the airways and throat and causes asthma and respiratory problems. This article will cover the safety of most of the leading brands of plug in air fresheners such as: Since the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not demand companies to list the chemicals and fragrances used in products like air fresheners, companies can include any chemical without listing them. Most air fresheners state their ingredients as ‘fragrance’ and ‘odor eliminator,’ which doesn’t leave room for consumers to know what ingredients are used.