Children learn to swim in the summer: Beware that arm floats can cause cancer

German researchers have found that some popular brands of children's armbands contain carcinogens.

Health-harming substances found in children's armbands include isophorone, a type 2 carcinogen; phenol, a possible genetic mutation; and cyclohexanone, a toxic compound that can irritate the skin and other organs.

The danger is that children can be exposed to this poison simply by smelling the rubber smell of the armbands. The stronger the smell, the higher the risk.

Researchers also warned of the dangers of other products such as pool balls and children's floats.

Health-damaging substances found in children's armbands include isophorone, a class 2 carcinogen; phenol, a possible genetic mutation; and cyclohexanone, a toxic compound that can irritate the skin and other organs..

Lead author Christoph Wiedmer and his team conducted tests using pool balls, armbands, and children's floats purchased from local stores and online suppliers in Germany. They found several dangerous organic solvents, such as cyclohexanone, isophorone, and phenol, in some of the products.

Wiedmer warns that these chemicals can pose a health risk to children, depending on the level of exposure and the concentration in the product.

Cyclohexanone is harmful if inhaled. Phenol affects hormone balance and affects genes in ways that can promote tumor growth. Isophorone is a class 2 carcinogen.

He hopes the research will help manufacturers and consumers take a closer look at inflatable products that aid children's swimming.

According to VNN