Decabromodiphenyl Ether (DECA)

What It Is: A flame retardant

Found In: Electronics, furniture, carpets

Health Hazards: Permanent learning and memory deficits; hearing defects; decreased sperm count in animals

What You Should Know: Following EPA advice, the industry began phasing out the chemical in December 2009

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