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PVC-free and DEHP-free alternatives are available for almost every use of PVC in the health care setting, including medical devices, office supplies, building materials and furnishings.
PVC-free intravenous and blood bags are available in Europe and the U.S. for all but one product, packed red blood cells. PVC-free bags are cost-effective and technically competitive with PVC bags. PVC-free or DEHP-free tubing is on the market for most medical applications. And alternatives for disposable PVC gloves are readily available. Manufacturers continue to respond to customer demands for PVC-free health care products, with new items coming to market more and more frequently.
In addition to medical devices, PVC-free construction and furnishing products are widely available and are often cost-competitive. PVC-free mattress covers and shower curtains are an easy example. Construction materials, furnishings, and furniture products account for approximately 75% of all PVC use.
Health Care Without Harm produces several documents that identify PVC-free products currently on the market.
Medical Devices generally - Alternatives to PVC and DEHP Medical Devices (pdf)
Medical Devices for the NICU - Alternatives to PVC and DEHP Medical Devices for the NICU (pdf)
PVC-free Interior Flooring and Finish Products - Alternatives to PVC Building Materials for the NICU (pdf)
Fact Sheet: Screening Toxics Out of Building Materials: Interior Flooring and Finishes (pdf)
Office Supplies - Alternatives to PVC in Office Supplies (pdf)
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