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Adhesives based on formaldehyde – environmental problems

Maria Łebkowska
1
,
Monika Załęska-Radziwiłł
1
,
Agnieszka Tabernacka
1

  1. Division of Biology, Faculty of Building Services, Hydro and Environmental Engineering, Warsaw University of Technology, Warszawa, Poland
BioTechnologia vol. 98(1) C pp. 53-65 C 2017
Online publish date: 2017/05/25
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Adhesives are substances that increase the surface adhesion of bonded items. Unfortunately, they also emit volatile organic compounds (VOCs) which negatively impact upon human and animal health. VOCs have carcinogenic and mutagenic properties and can cause migraines, irritation to the eyes, nasal passages, mouth, and lungs, and respiratory problems. Wastewater from adhesive production is characterized by high levels of pollutants and contains high concentrations of compounds including formaldehyde that are toxic to water biocenoses. Moreover,

its purification causes many problems and requires the application of specific methods. This review presents data concerning the toxicity and ecotoxicity of selected adhesives components. VOC emission rates from adhesives and wooden construction elements with adhesives are also discussed and assessed. Current knowledge on the treatment methods for wastewater containing adhesive components is reviewed. Finally, the treatment and disposal methods for solid wooden waste containing adhesives are also analyzed and discussed.
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adhesives, formaldehyde, wastewater treatment



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