Chemical Cocktail Necessary for Paper Production – Some printed materials have such a distinct smell that the idea of storing them in living areas doesn’t even come to mind. However, since humans are naturally collectors and hunters, paper stacks inevitably accumulate somewhere in the house. But who really knows what chemicals are still contained in these paper stacks and how long these substances can contaminate the indoor air? It is known that the amount and type of chemicals released can vary significantly, depending on the type of paper, the manufacturing processes used, and the conditions under which the paper is stored. High temperatures and high indoor humidity accelerate the release of chemicals from paper products during storage.
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