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Learn More Real World Monitoring Data re: D4 The experts concluded that D4 posed negligible risk to the environment. Learn More Real World Global Monitoring Data Data demonstrate siloxanes pose negligible risk to environment. Learn More Benefits of Silicones Learn how silicones' unique properties and versatility positively impact our lives. Learn More Industry Commitment to Environmental Monitoring Silicone manufacturers around the world voluntarily support health and environmental testing. This activity has been providing greater scientific understanding of the health and environmental safety of siloxanes used in consumer and industrial applications. Learn More Key Features of Silicones Products made with silicone protect and improve our quality of life. In everything from aviation to textiles, they enhance existing materials and make new ones possible. Learn More Overview Overview What Are Silicones? Silicone Uses Key Features of Silicones Research: Science, Health and Safety Health and Environmental Research and Product Stewardship Resources About SEHSC Contact Us SEHSC: Karluss Thomas Media: Sarah Scruggs What Are Silicones? Silicones are a family of specialty, high-performance materials. The silicone family includes siloxanes and silanes, all of which are widely used in thousands of products and provide essential benefits to key segments of our economy, including: health care, aerospace, personal care, electronics, transportation and construction. » Learn More Socio-Economic Evaluation of the Global Silicones Industry As an innovative and R&D-intensive sector of the economy, the silicone industry enhances North America’s long-term economic prospects. Silicone producers employ thousands of workers in North America, and produce innovative and value-added products that contribute hundreds of millions of dollars to the US economy. Many sectors of the economy also rely on silicones, including: automotive and aerospace, construction, electronics, healthcare, industrial and personal and lifestyle goods. » Final Report | » Americas | » Asia | » Europe Canada Environment Minister Declares D5 Safe for the Environment SEHSC commends Canada’s Environmental Minister’s decision to implement the findings of an independent scientific panel that concluded that Siloxane D5 does not pose a danger to the environment now or in the future. » Learn More Industry Commitment to Environmental Monitoring The silicone industry is committed to the responsible use of silicones and international environmental stewardship. The industry continues to evaluate its materials through robust environmental monitoring programs. 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