Fire retardant - Wikipedia Fire retardants are commonly used in fire fighting, where they may be applied aerially or from the ground In general, fire retardants reduce the flammability of materials by either blocking the fire physically or by initiating a chemical reaction that stops the fire
Complete Guide to Fire Retardants: Facts and Applications Fire retardants are fire protection products that contain chemicals that slow down fire development and reduce fire intensity The chemical composition of fire retardants consists of additives, fire inhibitors, and fire suppressants which can be found as liquids, solids, foams, or gases
Flame Retardants - Chemical Safety Facts Flame retardants provide consumers with a critical layer of fire protection and can be vital to reducing the risks associated with fire Today, flame retardants are typically used in four major areas: electronics, building and construction materials, furnishings and transportation
Interagency Wildland Fire Chemicals Policy and Guidance The use of fire retardant enables on-the-ground firefighters to more safely access fire areas to construct containment lines It also can help protect lives, property and critical natural resources with minimal risk to fish and wildlife
National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences Flame retardants are chemicals that are applied to materials to prevent the start or slow the growth of fire Some of these chemicals are associated with adverse health effects in animals and humans
Fact Sheet: Assessing Risks from Flame Retardants | US EPA Consistent with its TSCA Work Plan Chemical Assessment process, EPA has completed and is releasing problem formulations for three flame retardant clusters for public comment
Flame Retardants - American Chemistry Council Flame retardants are an important tool in the overall “tool box” of fire safety measures that help reduce fire risk and are utilized to meet fire safety standards Flame retardants help prevent and slow fires, protect property and save lives
Fire Retardant - Safeopedia A fire retardant is a substance that is used to slow or halt the spread of a fire or used to reduce its intensity Common fire retardants include foams, gels, and solutes that are used as part of a water-based solution
Fire Retardants Used to Fight Wildfires - Gov Retardants are used most commonly in fire suppression because of their long-lasting effect on fires and are usually dropped ahead of an advancing fire by airtankers and helicopters to help contain the wildfire