Motorcycle Helmet (polycarbonate/EPS) — safety profile
Low riskMotorcycle helmet with polycarbonate or fiberglass shell, EPS (expanded polystyrene) impact liner, and comfort padding.
What is this product?
Motorcycle helmet with polycarbonate or fiberglass shell, EPS (expanded polystyrene) impact liner, and comfort padding. Prolonged skin contact with interior padding (polyester, polyurethane foam). Potential for formaldehyde off-gassing from adhesives and flame retardants in comfort liner. Some helmet paints contain isocyanates. After crash impact, EPS does not recover — single-use protection. Visor may contain polycarbonate with BPA.
What's in it
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No compound composition on file for this product.
Safer alternatives
- Fiberglass or carbon fiber shell (vs polycarbonate)
- MIPS-equipped helmets
- Helmets with removable/washable liners
Frequently asked questions
Are there safer alternatives to Motorcycle Helmet (polycarbonate/EPS)?
Yes — consider: Fiberglass or carbon fiber shell (vs polycarbonate); MIPS-equipped helmets; Helmets with removable/washable liners. See the Safer alternatives section above for details.
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