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Description :
Boric acid is an insecticide and fungicide used in home pesticide products. It can also be used as a flame retardant in home goods and construction materials. It may also be used in cleaning products.
Sources of Exposure: Pesticide products, home goods, cleaning products.
Health Impacts: Boric acid may disrupt fertility or harm an unborn child when exposed.
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PubChem: Boric Acid (Accessed October 2024)