Wal-Mart plans to phase out hazardous chemicals.
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Updated: April 17, 2007
The company will begin implementing its "Preferred Chemical Principles" to push for the development of more sustainable products for mother, child and the environment.
The first three chemicals on the list include two pesticides: propoxur and permethrin (both used in household insect control products) and an ingredient in some cleaning products: nonyl phenol ethoxylates (NPE). The company plans to add 17 additional chemicals over the next two years.
Wal-Mart`s preference is to move to alternative chemicals that meet the Wal-Mart Preferred Chemical Principles in its efforts toward a more sustainable future.
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