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Azo dyes in candles are no problem - a candle is no baby toy after allWhat is an azo dye?
Azo dyes are the biggest group within the dyes. They are widely used because they are particularly light-fast and stable and have vivid colours. Azo dyes themselves are normally not unhealthy. Some of them can be split into their components in the human body however and some of these so-called aromatic amines can be harmful to health. read more Risks caused by inappropriate candle containers and burnersThe suitability of containers and candle holders for the respective type of candle is
most crucial for avoiding fire risks. read more Particle emissions from candles are no health hazardJust like any other open combustion, candles emit fine particles but
do not pose a health hazard if some rules are respected. From time to time, the media reports on the high emission of fine particles from candles and the supposed health hazard connected with it. If some basic rules for handling candles are respected, such concerns can be easily dispelled however. read more ECA statement refuting study by South Carolina State University researchers suggesting candles may release harmful or even carcinogenic pollutantsThe European Candle Association seriously questions the scientific validity of a report by two South Carolina State University researchers* suggesting that candles, especially paraffin candles, can release harmful amounts of indoor air pollutants or even carcinogens.
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