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UK plastic manufacturer could face legal action over toxic emissions

UK plastic manufacturer could face legal action over toxic emissionsWorldPing

Exclusive: Environment Agency is considering whether to prosecute Huntsman Polyurethanes over emissions of carcinogenic benzene A plastic manufacturer in the north of England is facing potential legal action over emissions of benzene, a carcinogenic…

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