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Smog created directly by the emission of chemical vapors into the atmosphere is referred to as photochemical smog. Over the years, photochemical smog has been influenced by many changing factors. Most recently, with the increasing use of ethanol-based gasoline, formaldehyde emissions are on the rise.
A good rule of thumb is that the indoor concentration of formaldehyde is often twice that of the outside concentration. Indoor air must be cleansed with a high quality air cleaner to remove harmful contamination. An activated carbon-based, High Efficiency Particulate Arresting (HEPA) air purifier is one of the best choices for removing Volatile Organic Compounds[...]

The HealthMate Plus Air Purifier Reduces Exposure
Ethanol in our gasoline reduces air contamination, but also produces formaldehyde emissions. Using a high quality air purifier guards you from the harmful effects of formaldehyde. Make sure this air cleaner removes Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) gases like formaldehyde. The Austin Air HealthMate Plus is one good example of an air purifier that can do the job.
Background
As a cleaner burning alternative to pure gasoline, Ethanol mix is described as an eco-friendly fuel that helps reduce global warming and air pollution. It is a more readily produced fuel using renewable sources such as corn and[...]