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You can use the free text search function to find information in the case story database. Most suitable are: substance name and other substance identifier (EC- and CAS-number). You can refine your search after first entry for sector-, function- and process-categories. The case studies are meant to serve as source of inspiration and ideas for substitution. The alternatives are constantly being developed further. We therefore recommend that you to check in each individual case whether an alternative is suitable for your applications and purposes. If you are aware of any other relevant information that is not mentioned in the current case story, please contact SUBSPORTplus.

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Alternatives to the use of flame retarded EPS in buildings

This is a detailed report on alternative insulation materials to flame retardant expanded polystyrene (EPS). The flame retardant used in EPS is HBCD, which is of concern and have been adopted by the Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants. The alternative materials investigated include mineral wool, non-flame retardant EPS, polyurethane foam and wood fibre boards. The alternatives are evaluated with respect to function, fire retardance, price, recycling potential and hazardous chemicals. The report concludes that for every use investigated there are viable alternatives, often with even better fire retardant properties.

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