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What are VOCs and could they be big polluters in my home? VOC stands for volatile organic compound. There are hundreds of different VOCs and they have two things in common—they contain carbon, and they evaporate quickly. Some are natural and relatively benign—baking bread and cutting onions releases VOCs. But other VOCs are synthetic and aren’t so safe to be around. They can be released by paints, solvents, caulking, and adhesives. Formaldehyde is probably the most recognized VOC. It’s widely used in plywood, particle board, finishes, and many other products. Some VOCs are irritants, carcinogens, and mutagens. They can be serious indoor polluters.
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