Two recent scientific studies have demonstrated that synthetic bedding articles contain higher concentrations of animal allergens than feather bedding.
The guideline on Allergy Prevention by the Allergy Prevention Action Alliance states the following:
„Synthetic bedding contains a significantly higher number of animal allergens than feather bedding [Custovic 2000] and the allergen infestation took place in a shorter span of time than in feather bedding [Custovic 2001].“
- Custovic, A./Hallam, C./Woodcock, H./Simpson, B./Houghton, N./Simpson, A. et al.
Synthetic pillows contain higher levels of cat and dog allergen than feather pillows.
Pediatr Allergy Immunol 2000; 11: 71-73 - Custovic, A./Woodcock, A.,
Environmental allergen exposure and asthma: prospects for primary prevention. Mediators Inflamm 2001; 10: 295-298
Further information at on the guideline on Allergy prevention:
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Verband der Deutschen Daunen- und Federnindustrie e.V.
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