Environmental

A Connecticut home inspector notes 'possible urea formaldehyde foam insulation (UFFI).' This is significant because:

AUFFI improves energy efficiency with no health concerns
BUFFI can off-gas formaldehyde fumes, a potential health hazard and a material disclosure item✓ Correct
CUFFI requires immediate removal under Connecticut law
DUFFI is only found in commercial buildings

Explanation

Urea formaldehyde foam insulation (UFFI) was used in the 1970s and can off-gas formaldehyde, a potential irritant and carcinogen. Its presence is a material fact that should be disclosed to buyers.

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