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Product Emissions
Indoor exposures to organic compounds are typically two to five times higher than those found outdoors. This is primarily attributed to emissions from construction materials, furnishings, office supplies/equipment, fixtures, and maintenance/cleaning products. Other contributing sources include individual-use products (e.g., perfumes and lighters) and outdoor air pollutants. Indoor air pollutants are truly a wonderland of surprises!
Indoor industrial exposures to toxic substances are generally 10 to 100 times those found in nonindustrial environments. This extreme difference raises a skeptical eyebrow whenever environmental professionals respond to office building complaints. Exposures are much lower in nonindustrial environments ...
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