Understanding the impact of rubber-derived particles on indoor environmental quality is crucial for effective environmental management. Emissions from both roads and textiles are recognized contributors to pollution across diverse environments, including indoor spaces. Benzothiazoles and their derivatives serve as valuable tracers for identifying pollutant sources. In this study, a total of eight benzothiazoles were determined in indoor size-segregated aerosol samples collected from 6th November to 11th December 2023 in Mestre-Venice. The selected offices host both university personnel and students. The results indicate that SO3H-BTH, SH-BTH and OH-BTH were the most concentrated benzothiazoles in aerosol samples. The inhaled daily intake remained low if compared with previous studies, but higher values were found in fine particles (<0.56 mu m). Despite the presence of an advanced filtration system, BTHs have been detected across various dimensional fractions, indicating an internal source. Considering that most of the benzothiazoles were distributed in the finest fraction, the findings raise concerns about their capability to reach alveoli and causing health issues.Understanding the impact of rubber-derived particles on indoor environmental quality is crucial for effective environmental management.

Insights into size-segregated distribution of benzothiazoles in indoor aerosol from office environments

Feltracco, M
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Mazzi, G;Bortolini, M;Barbante, C;Gambaro, A
2024-01-01

Abstract

Understanding the impact of rubber-derived particles on indoor environmental quality is crucial for effective environmental management. Emissions from both roads and textiles are recognized contributors to pollution across diverse environments, including indoor spaces. Benzothiazoles and their derivatives serve as valuable tracers for identifying pollutant sources. In this study, a total of eight benzothiazoles were determined in indoor size-segregated aerosol samples collected from 6th November to 11th December 2023 in Mestre-Venice. The selected offices host both university personnel and students. The results indicate that SO3H-BTH, SH-BTH and OH-BTH were the most concentrated benzothiazoles in aerosol samples. The inhaled daily intake remained low if compared with previous studies, but higher values were found in fine particles (<0.56 mu m). Despite the presence of an advanced filtration system, BTHs have been detected across various dimensional fractions, indicating an internal source. Considering that most of the benzothiazoles were distributed in the finest fraction, the findings raise concerns about their capability to reach alveoli and causing health issues.Understanding the impact of rubber-derived particles on indoor environmental quality is crucial for effective environmental management.
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