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You can use the free text search function to find information in the case story database. Most suitable are: substance name and other substance identifier (EC- and CAS-number). You can refine your search after first entry for sector-, function- and process-categories. The case studies are meant to serve as source of inspiration and ideas for substitution. The alternatives are constantly being developed further. We therefore recommend that you to check in each individual case whether an alternative is suitable for your applications and purposes. If you are aware of any other relevant information that is not mentioned in the current case story, please contact SUBSPORTplus.

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Alternatives to mercury in thermometers and sphygmomanometers

A guidance from the World Health Organisation WHO concludes that there are mercury-free alternatives to all applications of thermometers and sphyromanometers. The guidance list the different alternatives and assesses accuracy and cost.

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Alternatives for spray foam insulation

Spray foam insulation is the most popular method for foaming of window and door frames, and this is because it is flexible and relatively easy to install. Spray foams have hazardous properties to human health and environment and can be replaced with a non-toxic mortar.

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Alternatives to devices containing mercury in health care

Guide with a step-by-step description of elimination of mercury in devices used at health care settings.

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Replacement of sulphur hexafluoride by nitrogen in sport shoes

A popular sportswear company used sulphur hexafluoride to fill air cushions in the shoe soles. After realizing the substance has a high potential to contribute to the climate change, they tried alternatives and end-up using nitrogen.

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