Brominated dioxins & furans

Brominated dioxins & furans has been found in 13 of the 23 people tested in EWG/Commonweal studies.

Top health concerns for Brominated dioxins & furans (References)

health concern or target organ weight of evidence
Immune system (including sensitization and allergies)limited

Toxicity Classifications (References)

classification governing entity/references
Limited evidence in humans - immune system toxicityBirnbaum, L. S., D. F. Staskal, et al. (2003). Health effects of polybrominated dibenzo-p-dioxins (PBDDs) and dibenzofurans (PBDFs). Environ Int 29(6): 855-60.