More than 60 independent studies show no evidence of negative health effects of crumb rubber in synthetic turf.
Our goal above all is to provide a safe, healthy playing surface for athletes around the world. We take the health and welfare of synthetic turf users very seriously, and take careful precautions in research, product development and testing to ensure the safety of our products.
Recently, the safety of crumb rubber infill used in synthetic turf systems was called into question by NBC news. However, more than 60 technical studies performed by federal, state and regulatory agencies have found no link suggesting negative health effects of crumb rubber in synthetic turf.
Safety of synthetic turf and crumb rubber research:
Years of scientific research indicate synthetic turf is safe and poses no risk to human or environmental health.
Further research, analysis and information can be found on the Synthetic Turf Council website.
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