PCBs consist of approximately 26% metal, made up mainly of copper, lead, aluminum, iron and tin. Analysis of the leachate revealed high concentrations of cadmium and lead. Toxic elements are used in paint pigments and as paint additives to improve durability. Lead and other toxic elements also are used in the toy manufacturing process.
PCBs consist of approximately 26% metal, made up mainly of copper, lead, aluminum, iron and tin. Analysis of the leachate revealed high concentrations of cadmium and lead. Toxic elements are used in paint pigments and as paint additives to improve durability. Lead and other toxic elements also are used in the toy manufacturing process.
PCBs consist of approximately 26% metal, made up mainly of copper, lead, aluminum, iron and tin. Analysis of the leachate revealed high concentrations of cadmium and lead. Toxic elements are used in paint pigments and as paint additives to improve durability. Lead and other toxic elements also are used in the toy manufacturing process.
PCBs consist of approximately 26% metal, made up mainly of copper, lead,
aluminum, iron and tin, as well as other heavy metals such as cadmium and nickel. Comparison with the results of other studies indicated that the concentration of precious metals (gold and silver) has declined over time. Analysis of the leachate revealed high concentrations of cadmium and lead, giving the residue the characteristics of hazardous waste. Ref: http://www.google.com/url? sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=3&ved=0CDAQFjAC&url=http%3A%2F %2Fwww.mdpi.com%2F1996-1944%2F7%2F6%2F4555%2Fpdf&ei=whJVba2F4e9ugTqmYDIDg&usg=AFQjCNFA1FAPbVvkL9t72XxIbGFsbRAZlA&sig2=efR Ps1-CzdLnA0ZS8rVaIQ&bvm=bv.92291466,d.c2E&cad=rja
Toys
Recognition of the adverse effects of human exposure to toxic elements
leached from painted surfaces has increased significantly over the last two decades. These elements are used commonly in paint pigments and as paint additives to increase the speed with which paint dries after application and to improve its durability and resistance to mildew corrosion. Lead(II) chromate (PbCrO4), lead(II) carbonate (PbCO3), and lead oxide (Pb3O4) are responsible for paint colors referred to as "chrome yellow," "white lead," and "red lead," respectively. Lead and other toxic elements also are used in the toy manufacturing process and can be concentrated particularly in those toys made out of plastic. Painted toys sometimes contain lead-based paint that gives them a durable, brightly colored outer surface, as illustrated in Figure 1. Plastic toys contain additional amounts of lead to increase the flexibility of the material and to make it more resistant to warping from heat and sunlight. When the paint is in good condition, homes and toys pose little or no health risk. The concern arises when these paints peel or crack as they age and deteriorate or when a painted surface is scraped, sanded, or heated. Exposure to high concentrations of these toxic elements could be a risk if the paint chips are ingested or if dust from the paint is inhaled.