flame retardant

American  

noun

1. a compound used in cloth and plastic material to raise the ignition point of the material, thus making it resistant to fire.

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Etymology

Origin of flame retardant

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

In the past week, authorities have also arrested 15 people on suspicion of manslaughter and ordered the removal of mesh netting from all buildings undergoing renovations after investigators found that the one wrapped around the charred complex did not meet flame retardant standards.

From BBC

Investigators have found that a protective netting used around the complex, which had been undergoing extensive renovations, failed to meet flame retardant standards.

From BBC

Investigators have since found that a protective netting used around the buildings failed to meet flame retardant standards.

From BBC

It will focus on fire risk, especially in buildings under renovation where bamboo or wooden scaffolding, as well as non‑flame‑retardant safety nets are in use.

From The Wall Street Journal

However, documentation on Burnblock's website from the Danish Technological Institute states the flame retardant ingredient is "a natural component in the body" and that the mixture also contains citric acid and "a natural component in some berries".

From BBC