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Current and Alternative Flame Retardants for Upholstered Furniture
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Current and Alternative Flame Retardants for Upholstered Furniture

The use of flame retardants in furniture and furnishings is of great significance, especially in the UK, where fire safety of upholstery is governed by national legislation. The potential toxicity of some flame retardants has been cause for concern which prompted FIRA to investigate the state of the art and to answer some key questions being asked by the furniture industry.

30th July, 2015 Flammability
Specifying leather for furniture
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Specifying leather for furniture

Identifying which standards and properties are relevant to leather performance

12th September, 2022 Information
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