PBBs

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PBBs (polybrominated biphenyls): compounds that are in continuous use as flame retardants and fire extinguishers. They may have some of the same effects as PCBs. They also bioaccumulate as lipid soluble and persistent chemicals. [1]


References

  1. Jouko Tuomisto, Terttu Vartiainen and Jouni T. Tuomisto: Dioxin synopsis. Report. National Institute for Health and Welfare (THL), ISSN 1798-0089 ; 14/2011 [1]