Advocates hope the results will encourage other jurisdictions to consider similar measures, potentially expanding access to lower-toxicity consumer goods and reducing long-term environmental exposure.

Credits: PA; Author: Parker Burchfield;

The findings suggest regulations can accelerate industry changes that were once considered difficult to achieve. Researchers say the reductions mean consumers are increasingly gaining access to safer clothing and household products without compromising performance.

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