I was first introduced to outgassing of plastics and the like during the space program in the 1960's. Obviously, it is a potential problem to astronauts in such confined space. I also have a friend whose wife has great sensitivity to the gases from plastics. They have no carpeting in their home. They only purchase automobiles that are at least several years old, preferably well sun baked. Jim -----Original Message----- From: Mark Souders [mailto:souders@xxxx] Sent: Friday, December 06, 2002 6:03 AM To: 'John Hertog'; 'Chrysler 300 Yahoo Group' Subject: [Chrysler300] RE: Outgassing ? Hi John, The term outgassing refers to the vapors released when certain organic compounds cure. For example, when you paint a car, the curing process involves outgassing. As the paint "dries" it releases vapors into the atmosphere. (snip) Regards, Mark