The hazards of pipeline fittings mainly include the following aspects:
Plasticizer leakage: Plasticizers in plastic water pipes can decompose into toxic substances such as phthalic acid, which are carcinogenic and teratogenic. Long term intake of these substances may lead to liver and kidney damage, weakened immunity, and even trigger blood diseases such as leukemia.
Endocrine disorders: Phthalates in plasticizers can disrupt hormone secretion in the human body, leading to endocrine disorders. This may lead to gynecological diseases such as menstrual irregularities, breast tenderness, and reduced sperm count in men.
Increased cancer risk: phthalates in plasticizers are environmental endocrine disruptors, which may increase the risk of breast cancer, prostate cancer and other types of cancer.
Effects on reproductive system health: These substances can also interfere with estrogen levels, affecting the development and function of the reproductive system, which may lead to decreased fertility, infertility, and other problems.
Metal element precipitation: Some types of pipeline fittings, such as steel plastic pipes, PPR pipes, and copper pipes, may precipitate metal elements. Although the precipitation of metal elements in steel plastic pipes and PPR pipes is within the scope of hygiene and safety, copper pipes may precipitate excessive copper elements over time, and excessive intake may cause damage to human organs.
