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formaldehyde

[fawr-mal-duh-hahyd, fer-] / fɔrˈmæl dəˌhaɪd, fər- /
NOUN
preservative
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Alongside greenhouse gases, gas plants emit fine particulate matter, linked to a range of heart and lung problems; nitrogen oxides, which aggravate respiratory disease; and hazardous air pollutants including mercury, formaldehyde and benzene.

From Barron's Aug. 11, 2026

Using satellite observations, scientists detected unusually high levels of formaldehyde inside the enormous volcanic plume created by the eruption.

From Science Daily May 10, 2026

The suit claims xAI’s 27 turbines emit nitrogen oxides and formaldehyde, linked to asthma, heart problems, and cancers.

From Barron's Apr. 14, 2026

Composite wood products can be bound with formaldehyde.

From BBC Mar. 16, 2026

“Only, you know, without the formaldehyde smell this time.”

From "Far from the Tree" by Robin Benway

It is made in small batches and is a 10-free polish, meaning its base is made without formaldehydes, added fragrance and other chemicals commonly found in nail polish.

From Los Angeles Times Oct. 14, 2022

Another popular brand for sensitive skin is Vanicream because it’s free of fragrances, parabens, formaldehydes, and other irritating ingredients.

From Slate Nov. 6, 2018

What she found terrified her: petrochemicals, formaldehydes and flame retardants in everyday household products from floor cleaners to mattresses.

From Forbes May 27, 2015




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