Toxic-Free Future | Science, Advocacy, Results

Science

We conduct our own research to solve real-world problems.

Advocacy

We work to protect health and environment from toxic chemicals.

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Results

We win stronger protections from toxic chemicals.

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Key Issues

Recent Victories

Learn about our recent victories, spanning state laws to federal policy

PFAS Chemicals

TFF has been leading the nation in establishing protections from harmful nonstick chemicals

Toxic Flame Retardants

Harmful flame retardants are used in the name of fire safety even when safer alternatives are available

Lead

Despite its long history in harming human health, more protections from lead are needed

Phthalates

Phthalates are plasticizers and fragrance carriers that are known for hormone disrupting effects

Other Chemicals of Concern

Learn about other chemicals of concern that TFF works on here

Latest News

Safer cleaning in the age of the novel coronavirus

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April 7, 2020

Now that we are spending more time at home to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus, many are wondering how to safely and effectively clean house to prevent infection. We are fortunate that our partners at Women’s Voices for the Earth have done the research, which we’ve adapted into three safer cleaning tips. Practice […]

Eight reasons to actually celebrate on National Teflon Day

April 6, 2020

Editor’s Note: This post was written by Beth Kemler of Safer Chemicals Healthy Families. Today is National Teflon Day—but that is NOT cause for celebration. It is one of the worst “holidays” we can imagine because it’s the anniversary of the accidental invention of the first non-stick chemical that would eventually become Teflon in 1938. […]