What are flame retardants?

 Flame retardants are a key component in reducing the devastating  impact of fires on people, property and the environment.  

 They are added to treat potentially flammable materials, including  textiles and plastics.  

 Flame retardant plastics are essential to devices we use every day,  providing a valuable tool in fire prevention.  

 The term “flame retardant” refers to a function, not a family of  chemicals. A variety of different chemicals, with different properties  and structures, act as flame retardants and these chemicals are often  combined for effectiveness.