Everyday Chemistry
How Chlorine Keeps Pools Safe for Summertime Fun
Learn the facts about the chemicals that protect us from harmful bacteria during summer dips in the pool.
Chemistry’s Role in Your Holiday Celebrations
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Debunking the Myths: Are there really 84,000 chemicals?
If you’ve ever read a news article or blog post about chemicals, you may have heard the oft-cited claim that there are 84,000 chemicals in commerce but only 200 of these have been tested for safety. This is false!
Chemical Safety
Spotting Bad Science
It’s important to be able to evaluate the evidence behind a scientific claim.
Health
Do Chemicals Affect the Endocrine System?
How a chemical interacts with the endocrine system depends on a variety of factors including dose, duration, and frequency. Learn more.
Health
Vaccine Ingredients: Are they safe? | Chemical Safety Facts
Vaccines save an estimated 2.5 million lives every year from infectious diseases, but how do we know vaccines are safe? Here are common vaccine ingredients.
Everyday Chemistry
Types of Plastic Food Packaging and Safety: A Close-Up Look
You don’t have to be a scientist to understand the many ways plastics are useful.
Chemistry 101
Chemical Ingredients 101: How to Read a Product Label
Why are ingredient labels so complex?
Chemicals and the Endocrine System | Chemical Safety Facts
Chemical effects on the endocrine system depend on the dosage and duration of exposure. Learn more about chemicals and how they impact the endocrine system.
Is It Safe to Microwave Plastics? | Chemical Safety Facts
All plastic food packaging must meet stringent U.S. FDA safety standards. But to see if a plastic container is safe to microwave, check the packaging label.
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Is It Safe to Microwave Plastics? | Chemical Safety Facts
Although all plastic food packaging must pass strict FDA safety standards, some types of plastics are not meant for reheating in the microwave. Learn more.
What Makes Polystyrene Different from Styrene? It’s a Matter of Chemistry.
What’s the difference between styrene and polystyrene? Although the names sound familiar, styrene and polystyrene are different and have completely different properties.
Sweet Chemistry of 5 Summer Fruits
Even Mother Nature knows that chemicals are naturally in everything, including the healthiest, most delicious foods.
Are There Really Thousands of Untested Chemicals in Our Products?
Learn the truth about chemicals in commerce here.
What is a Chemical Exposure?
Three infographics help put chemical exposures in perspective.