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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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