Greenpeace found that perc breaks down into the toxic byproducts phosgene, vinyl chloride, carbon tetrachloride and trichloroacetic acid. |
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However, a new paper from perc argues that it actually isn't as big a problem as the media coverage has suggested. |
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Unfortunately, Perc is also a suspected carcinogen which pollutes air and water supplies. |
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Due to the increased risk they are included in decision tools such as the DASH score and PERC rule used to predict the risk of blood clots. |
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Perc can be absorbed into and outgassed from many kinds of materials. |
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