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Question from Em

Hi Debra,

Are clear vinyl clothes covers used in closets to protect clothes from dust safe to use? These are the covers that go over the rod and cover the shoulder part of clothes. The product labels says “complies with California Prop 65” but when I check the website it states has listed AC Prop 65 chemicals. I find this confusing. I purchased this product from Bed Bath and Beyond – Closetware – Closet Rod Cover.

I am allergic to dust and I would like to cover my clothes in my closet to prevent dust settling on them. Even a few days of dust accumulation which is not notifiable to the eye will create allergic problems for me.

Thank you.

Debra’s Answer

The Product Information clearly states that the product is made from “PVC,” which is considered the most toxic plastic by the environmental group Greenpeace.

This is akin to a vinyl shower curtain, which emits fumes that pollute the air.

In a small enclosed area such as a closet, these fumes could concentrate to very high levels.

I don’t recommend using this product.

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