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Why Do New Electronics Have a Weird Smell?

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New electronics contain glue, flame retardants, protective coatings, and plasticizers. These materials are full of VOCs, which evaporate at room temperature and create the smell. VOC-haters sometimes speed up the off-gassing process by leaving new products outside. If you hate the smell of your new laptop, then don't leave it in a stuffy room.

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Why Do New Electronics Have a Weird Smell?

So, you’ve cracked open that new phone or laptop, only to be greeted by a familiar, plastic smell. Where does this strange “new electronics smell” come from, and why does it disappear over time?

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