Formaldehyde: An Important Indoor Pollutant

摘要

Formaldehyde is an important pollutant in determining the acceptability of indoor air quality. Concern over both acute and chronic health effects have led to the desire to minimize the exposure of the public to this substance. Numerous sources exist within the indoor environment. The emission rates of many of these sources are dependent on environmental parameters. Field measurements of residential levels of formaldehyde indicate that some homes, especially mobile homes and new homes with pressed-wood materials, are likely to frequently exceed the 0.1-ppM concentration guideline. A variety of remedial measures are available to reduce formaldehyde levels. Cost and effectiveness of these measures vary. Finally, formaldehyde is but one of many volatile organic compounds that must be assessed to determine impacts on indoor air quality. 8 references, 1 figure, 3 tables. (ERA citation 09:031651)