Does a Brand New Car Have Formaldehyde?
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Just purchased new cars contain formaldehyde. Here is more relevant information: 1. Methods to remove formaldehyde from new cars: (1) Place adsorbent charcoal or Yeguangni materials inside the car. Charcoal not only absorbs impurities in the air but also improves air quality. Yeguangni, which is more effective, can be placed directly in the corners of the car. This method is more effective than traditional air fresheners. (2) Use fruit peels such as pomelo or orange to eliminate odors. 2. Formaldehyde removal methods: Formaldehyde removal methods refer to a series of measures including green plant adsorption, air purification, photo-oxidation, and physical ventilation. These methods decompose formaldehyde pollutants into carbon dioxide and water at room temperature and release them into the air in molecular form.
New cars indeed have that formaldehyde smell, which I was particularly worried about when I bought my first car. The plastic parts, leather, and adhesives in the interior gradually release formaldehyde, especially when exposed to the summer sun, making the odor even stronger. It's recommended to keep the windows open as much as possible during the first three months after getting the car. Opening diagonal windows on the highway to create a cross breeze is the most effective. If you're traveling with kids, consider buying an activated charcoal pack to place under the seats—it can't completely remove formaldehyde but helps absorb some of the odor. Keeping some pothos plants in the trunk is also a good idea, but the most practical solution is still ventilation. Don't fall for the trick of masking the smell with air fresheners. Remember to park in the shade on hot days and open the windows for five minutes before turning on the AC after the car has been exposed to the sun.
