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Borates are part of the natural world, present in water, rocks, soil, plants and people. While their exact role in human health has yet to be determined, their role as essential ingredients in a vast array of products and processes has been established for centuries. Borates' versatility lies in their distinct bonding and structural characteristics. In living systems, these characteristics make borates vital to metabolism - the fundamental way in which organisms translate food into energy. Borates abound in industrial systems as well, for two reasons.
First, they're safe. Used for centuries, borates pose no risk to people, animals or the environment under normal handling and use. Even people who handle borates every day have experienced no adverse health effects. Second, they're versatile. In some applications, there is simply no substitute for borates. In others, their natural functions impart a wide range of performance, cost, environmental, health and safety advantages.
Borax's commitment to expand how our products contribute to sustainable development - our fifth objective - also has two aspects: to understand our products' health and environmental affects and benefits, and to communicate that information to employees, customers and other stakeholders.
Product Stewardship - Borax sets the industry standard for promoting the safe use of its products ...
Life Cycle Assessment - Borax also leads the industry in measuring and communicating the health and environmental effects and benefits of its products...
Risk Assessment: Existing Products - Borax's progress on risk assessments in 2003 emphasized preparing dossiers under several European Union regulations...
Risk Assessment: New Applications - In 2003, Borax continued conducting risk assessments on commercial applications...
Customer Partnerships - Borax's expertise in developing and implementing its sustainable development program created opportunities...
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Case Studies
Borates' Contribution to Sustainability in the Ceramics
New borate technology gives tile manufacturers the means to lower costs, energy usage and emissions
Natural Solutions for Sustainable Building
Development of borate wood preservatives to offer builders safe and effective products at a competitive cost
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