about this participant:

Anonymous Adult 6, an executive from New York, NY, participated in the 2007 biomonitoring investigation entitled "EWG/Commonweal Study #7, consumer product chemicals in adults and teens." He gave blood and urine for the study on June 12, 2006.

Location:

New York, NY

Participant's groups:

Mountain View, Male, Adult

Study:

EWG/Commonweal Study #7, consumer product chemicals in adults and teens

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

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Sample Date:

June 12, 2006

Participant: Anonymous Adult 6
Found 30-32 of 84 tested chemicals

Anonymous Adult 6's blood and urine contained 30-32 of 84 industrial compounds, pollutants and other chemicals tested, including chemicals linked to brain and nervous system toxicity, reproductive toxicity and fertility problems, and immune system toxicity.

• This participant's samples show above average levels of PBDE-119, PFBA (Perfluorobutyric acid), Mono-butyl phthalate and PFDA (Perfluorodecanoic acid) compared to all others in EWG studies

Summary of chemicals found in Anonymous Adult 6

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polybrominated diphenyl ethers (pbdes)

11-13 of 46 found

Fire retardants in furniture foam, computers, and televisions. Accumulate in human tissues. May harm brain development.

• cumulative level found: 9.01 ng/g (lipid weight) in blood serum
• Low vs 116 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (18th %ile)
• Low vs 2,337 tested in CDC biomonitoring [1] (18th %ile) (comparison based on congeners tested by CDC)

1.11	ng/g (lipid weight) in blood serum	314

Heptabrominated diphenyl ethers

Brominated flame retardants used in plastics. Break down into more toxic and persistent forms in the environment. Withdrawn from the market in the U.S. in 2005.

PBDE-183

• level found: 0.198 ng/g (lipid weight) in blood serum [J]
• Moderate vs 116 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (59th %ile)

	ng/g (lipid weight) in blood serum	4.31

Hexabrominated diphenyl ethers

Brominated fire retardants used in foam and plastics. Break down into more toxic and persistent forms in the environment. Withdrawn from the market in the U.S. in 2005.

PBDE-153

• level found: 3.37 ng/g (lipid weight) in blood serum
• Moderate vs 116 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (46th %ile)

0.238	ng/g (lipid weight) in blood serum	76.9

PBDE-155

• level found: 0.0865 ng/g (lipid weight) in blood serum [KJ]
• High vs 76 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (87th %ile)

	ng/g (lipid weight) in blood serum	0.488

Octabrominated diphenyl ethers

Brominated flame retardants used in plastics. Break down into more toxic and persistent forms in the environment. Withdrawn from the market in the U.S. in 2005.

PBDE-203

• level found: 0.143 ng/g (lipid weight) in blood serum [J]
• High vs 116 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (82nd %ile)

	ng/g (lipid weight) in blood serum	16.5

Pentabrominated diphenyl ethers

Brominated fire retardants used in polyurethan foam and plastics. These PBDEs are neurotoxic and persist in people and the environment. They were withdrawn from the market in the U.S. in 2005.

PBDE-100

• level found: 0.908 ng/g (lipid weight) in blood serum
• Moderate vs 116 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (26th %ile)
• Low vs 2,337 tested in CDC biomonitoring [1] (21st %ile)

	ng/g (lipid weight) in blood serum	32.6

PBDE-119 & PBDE-120 [2]

• level found: 0.101 ng/g (lipid weight) in blood serum [J]
• High vs 76 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (97th %ile)

	ng/g (lipid weight) in blood serum	0.27

PBDE-85

• level found: 0.0729 ng/g (lipid weight) in blood serum [KJ]
• Moderate vs 116 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (49th %ile)
• Low vs 2,337 tested in CDC biomonitoring [1] (17th %ile)

	ng/g (lipid weight) in blood serum	2.27

Tetrabrominated diphenyl ethers

Brominated fire retardants used in polyurethan foam and plastics. These PBDEs are neurotoxic and persist in people and the environment. They were withdrawn from the market in the U.S. in 2005.

PBDE-47

In PBDE chemical family - fire retardant in furniture foam, computers, televisions; may harm brain development and hormone systems.

• level found: 3.77 ng/g (lipid weight) in blood serum
• Low vs 116 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (22nd %ile)
• Low vs 2,337 tested in CDC biomonitoring [1] (18th %ile)

	ng/g (lipid weight) in blood serum	143

PBDE-49

• level found: 0.0585 ng/g (lipid weight) in blood serum [J]
• Moderate vs 76 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (43rd %ile)

	ng/g (lipid weight) in blood serum	1.26

PBDE-66

• level found: 0.0521 ng/g (lipid weight) in blood serum [KJ]
• Moderate vs 116 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (57th %ile)
• Low vs 2,337 tested in CDC biomonitoring [1] (16th %ile)

	ng/g (lipid weight) in blood serum	1.33

Tribrominated diphenyl ethers

Brominated fire retardants used in polyurethan foam and plastics. These PBDEs are neurotoxic and persist in people and the environment. They were withdrawn from the market in the U.S. in 2005.

PBDE-28 & PBDE-33 [2]

• level found: 0.248 ng/g (lipid weight) in blood serum [J]
• Low vs 116 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (22nd %ile)
• Moderate vs 2,337 tested in CDC biomonitoring [1] (29th %ile)

0.0385	ng/g (lipid weight) in blood serum	6.17

phthalates

6 of 7 found

In cosmetics, paint, and plastics. Linked to sperm damage and birth defects of male reproductive system.

• cumulative level found: 360 ug/g creatinine in urine
• Moderate vs 72 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (55th %ile)
• Moderate vs 8,020 tested in CDC biomonitoring [1] (58th %ile) (comparison based on congeners tested by CDC)

102	ug/g creatinine in urine	10800

Mono-(2-ethyl-5-hydroxyhexyl)phthalate

Breakdown product of bis(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP), used in plastics; fetal and adult exposure to DEHP in animals is linked to male reproductive issues.

• level found: 73 ug/g creatinine in urine
• Moderate vs 72 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (62nd %ile)
• High vs 5,479 tested in CDC biomonitoring [1] (90th %ile)

5.64	ug/g creatinine in urine	6960

Mono-(2-ethyl-5-oxohexyl)phthalate

Breakdown product of bis(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP), used in plastics; fetal and adult exposure to DEHP in animals is linked to male reproductive issues.

• level found: 49.3 ug/g creatinine in urine
• Moderate vs 72 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (69th %ile)
• High vs 5,479 tested in CDC biomonitoring [1] (90th %ile)

5.98	ug/g creatinine in urine	2850

Mono-(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate

Breakdown product of bis(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP), used in plastics. Linked to male reproductive issues in people and animals.

• level found: 39.6 ug/g creatinine in urine
• High vs 72 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (82nd %ile)
• High vs 8,020 tested in CDC biomonitoring [1] (98th %ile)

	ug/g creatinine in urine	829

Mono-butyl phthalate

Formed from dibutyl phthalates, used in nail polish, cosmetics, and other consumer products; linked to birth defects and male reproductive issues.

• level found: 119 ug/g creatinine in urine
• High vs 72 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (91st %ile)
• High vs 8,020 tested in CDC biomonitoring [1] (97th %ile)

7.53	ug/g creatinine in urine	250

Monobenzyl phthalate

Breakdown product of benzylbutyl phthalate, used in vinyl flooring, car-care products, some cosmetics. Fetal and adult exposures are linked to male reproductive problems.

• level found: 30.5 ug/g creatinine in urine
• Moderate vs 72 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (67th %ile)
• High vs 8,020 tested in CDC biomonitoring [1] (79th %ile)

2.73	ug/g creatinine in urine	436

Monoethyl phthalate

Breakdown product of diethyl phthalate, used in consumer products, fragrances. Fetal and adult exposures are linked to male reproductive problems.

• level found: 48.4 ug/g creatinine in urine
• Moderate vs 72 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (50th %ile)
• Low vs 8,015 tested in CDC biomonitoring [1] (17th %ile)

9.38	ug/g creatinine in urine	849

triclosan

1 of 1 found

Triclosan

Antibacterial agent (pesticide) in liquid hand soap, toothpaste, cosmetics, cleaning products, footwear, and plastic products labeled "antibacterial." Triclosan may disrupt thyroid hormones, and can form several chemicals with health and environmental concerns.

• level found: found, but not quantified

perfluorochemicals (pfcs)

8 of 13 found

Includes Teflon, Scotchgard, Stainmaster. Linked to cancer and birth defects.

• cumulative level found: 35.7 ng/mL (wet weight) in blood serum
• High vs 55 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (77th %ile)
• Moderate vs 3,959 tested in CDC biomonitoring [1] (62nd %ile) (comparison based on congeners tested by CDC)

2.63	ng/mL (wet weight) in blood serum	77.7

PFBA (Perfluorobutyric acid)

Breakdown product of stain- and grease-proof coatings on food packaging, couches, carpets. A 4-carbon version of PFOA; persistent.

• level found: 1.04 ng/mL (wet weight) in blood serum
• High vs 55 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (93rd %ile)

	ng/mL (wet weight) in blood serum	1.51

PFDA (Perfluorodecanoic acid)

Breakdown product of stain- and grease-proof coatings on food packaging, couches, carpets. A 10-carbon version of PFOA; persistent; bioaccumulative.

• level found: 0.818 ng/mL (wet weight) in blood serum
• High vs 55 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (90th %ile)
• High vs 2,368 tested in CDC biomonitoring [1] (96th %ile)

	ng/mL (wet weight) in blood serum	1.47

PFHpA (Perfluoroheptanoic acid)

Breakdown product of stain- and grease-proof coatings on food packaging, couches, carpets. A 7-carbon version of PFOA; persistent.

• level found: found, but not quantified

PFNA (Perfluorononanoic acid)

Breakdown product of stain- and grease-proof coatings on food packaging, couches, carpets. A 9-carbon version of PFOA; persistent; bioaccumulative.

• level found: 2.33 ng/mL (wet weight) in blood serum
• High vs 55 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (86th %ile)
• High vs 2,368 tested in CDC biomonitoring [1] (93rd %ile)

	ng/mL (wet weight) in blood serum	5.85

PFOA (Perfluorooctanoic acid)

Used to make Teflon pan coatings; breakdown product of stain- and grease-proof coatings. Likely human carcinogen. Found in most people. Being phased out of some products.

• level found: 5.7 ng/mL (wet weight) in blood serum
• High vs 55 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (80th %ile)
• High vs 2,368 tested in CDC biomonitoring [1] (82nd %ile)

0.366	ng/mL (wet weight) in blood serum	10.1

PFUnA (Perfluoroundecanoic acid)

Breakdown product of stain- and grease-proof coatings on food packaging, couches, carpets. An 11-carbon version of PFOA; persistent; bioaccumulative.

• level found: 0.936 ng/mL (wet weight) in blood serum
• High vs 55 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (86th %ile)
• High vs 2,368 tested in CDC biomonitoring [1] (99th %ile)

	ng/mL (wet weight) in blood serum	1.76

PFHxS (Perfluorohexanesulfonate)

In fire fighting foams and carpet treatments. Phased out of consumer products by 3M in 2000 over health concerns.

• level found: 2.14 ng/mL (wet weight) in blood serum
• Moderate vs 55 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (59th %ile)
• Moderate vs 1,591 tested in CDC biomonitoring [1] (58th %ile)

	ng/mL (wet weight) in blood serum	13.1

PFOS (Perfluorooctanesulfonate)

Active ingredient in Scotchgard prior to 2000. Phase out forced by EPA because concentrations in human blood close to levels that harm lab animals.

• level found: 22.7 ng/mL (wet weight) in blood serum
• Moderate vs 55 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (71st %ile)
• Moderate vs 1,591 tested in CDC biomonitoring [1] (36th %ile)

1.07	ng/mL (wet weight) in blood serum	64.1

nitro- and polycylic- musks

1 of 9 found

Fragrance ingredients. Build up in human tissues. May harm hormone system.

• cumulative level found: 0.16 ng/g (wet weight) in blood serum
• Moderate vs 42 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (36th %ile)

	ng/g (wet weight) in blood serum	4.23

Tonalide

Synthetic fragrance in cosmetics, detergents, cigarettes. Suspected hormone disruptor. Prevents cells from blocking entry of toxins in animal study. Bioaccumulative.

• level found: 0.16 ng/g (wet weight) in blood serum
• Moderate vs 42 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (74th %ile)

	ng/g (wet weight) in blood serum	1.6

metals

3 of 3 found

Lead

Neurotoxic heavy metal linked to IQ deficits and behavioral problems. Found in dust from chipping lead paint in older homes, and in some tap water.

• level found: 1.2 ug/dL (wet weight) in whole blood [*]
• Moderate vs 71 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (34th %ile)
• Moderate vs 8,373 tested in CDC biomonitoring [1] (41st %ile)

0.222	ug/dL (wet weight) in whole blood	4.7

Mercury, total

Mercury is used in dental fillings and to preserve vaccines; it is also a common pollutant in seafood. Mercury harms brain development and function.

• level found: 2.48 ug/L (wet weight) in whole blood
• Moderate vs 40 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (55th %ile)
• High vs 8,373 tested in CDC biomonitoring [1] (90th %ile)

7.0E-5	ug/L (wet weight) in whole blood	12

Methylmercury

Forms from mercury, a pollutant from coal-fired power plants and other sources. Methylmercury accumulates in seafood and harms brain development and function.

• level found: 2.03 ug/L (wet weight) in whole blood
• Moderate vs 88 tested in EWG/Commonweal studies (48th %ile)
• High vs 8,373 tested in CDC biomonitoring [1] (86th %ile)

	ug/L (wet weight) in whole blood	25.9

Chemicals not found in Anonymous Adult 6

52 chemicals

4-tert-Octylphenol, Nonylphenol, BADGE-4OH, Bisphenol A, Cashmeran, Musk ketone, Celestolide, Traseolide, Musk moskene, Musk xylene, Musk tibetene, Galaxolide, Perchlorate, PFBS (Perfluorobutane sulfonate), PFOSA (Perfluorooctanesulfonic acid), PFPeA (Perfluoro-n-pentanoic acid), PFDoA (Perfluorododecanoic acid), PFHxA (Perfluorohexanoic acid), Monomethyl phthalate, PBDE-138, PBDE-209, PBDE-206, PBDE-207, PBDE-128, PBDE-208, PBDE-181, PBDE-30, PBDE-13, PBDE-12, PBDE-37, PBDE-11, PBDE-79, PBDE-35, PBDE-77, PBDE-126, PBDE-10, PBDE-8, PBDE-7, PBDE-32, PBDE-15, PBDE-75, PBDE-25, PBDE-71, PBDE-116, PBDE-166, PBDE-105, PBDE-190, PBDE-17, PBDE-51, PBDE-99, PBDE-154, PBDE-140

References/Notes

[1] CDC (2005). National Report on Human Exposure to Environmental Chemicals, Centers for Disease Control. http://www.cdc.gov/exposurereport/. (Methylmercury results have been compared to total mercury in CDC biomonitoring.)

[*] Concentration was above detection limits but below practical quantification limits and should be considered an estimate

[2] The chemicals co-eluted in the laboratory analysis.

[J] Concentration is below the lowest method calibration limit

[K] Peak detected but did not meet quantification criteria; concentration is unconfirmed

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• EWG/Commonweal Study #7, consumer product chemicals in adults and teens
• Mountain View
• Male
• Adult