The poly brominated diphenyl ether levels in environmental environments

Polybromated diphenyl ether (PBDEs) are used in furniture, carpets, upholstery filling materials, plastics, construction materials, televisions and other electrical devices. PBDEs are brominated flame retardant BFRs, leading to bioaccumulation, toxicity and environmental problems. They can be easily connected to air, dust and soil. PBDEs reach wastewater treatment plants through discharge from production areas, leachate, industrial and domestic wastewater. Hydrophobic structure of PBDEs and lower values in water samples compared to other environments affected the studies. This study is the summary of this subject which does not have broad literature. In studies conducted worldwide, the results are compiled and combined with PBDE concentrations in each medium. In line with the researches, a situation assessment has been made for our country.