Volatile organic compounds from household waste

Volatile organic compounds from household waste

Ninety volatile organic compounds were identified in the headspace of biodegradable and mixed household waste by GC/MS. Most of them could be attributed to biological waste, microbiological growth in biological waste or packaging materials. Although none of the compounds were present at concentratio...

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Published in:Chemosphere (Oxford) Vol. 29; no. 1; p. 47
Main Author: Wilkins, K
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: England 01-07-1994
Subjects:
Biodegradation, Environmental
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Environmental Pollutants - adverse effects
Environmental Pollutants - analysis
Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry
Gastrointestinal Diseases - etiology
Humans
Hydrocarbons - adverse effects
Hydrocarbons - analysis
Occupational Diseases - etiology
Refuse Disposal
Waste Products - adverse effects
Waste Products - analysis
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Summary:Ninety volatile organic compounds were identified in the headspace of biodegradable and mixed household waste by GC/MS. Most of them could be attributed to biological waste, microbiological growth in biological waste or packaging materials. Although none of the compounds were present at concentrations exceeding their threshold limit values, it is possible that in closed garbage cans or containers organic sulfur compounds could contribute to the reported gastrointestinal problems of collection personnel.
ISSN:0045-6535
DOI:10.1016/0045-6535(94)90088-4