Plastic bottles and cups are widely and frequently used all over the world. While they’re lightweight and convenient, many plastic bottles and cups contain dangerous materials like BPA and phthalates. These chemicals can leech into your drinks and make their way into your body, which can cause serious illness. With all the health concerns surrounding …
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Melamine
What is Melamine? Melamine is an organic compound commonly used in manufacturing products like melamine dinnerware and plastic coatings. Though melamine is known for being highly durable and having an attractive glossy finish, it has recently caused concern due to its ability to contaminate food and water, thereby potentially compromising human health. Even though melamine …
Flame Retardants
What Are Flame Retardants? Flame retardants are chemicals used to slow down the spread of flame and delay the ignition of combustible materials. They can be found in a variety of products such as furniture, electronics, carpets, and flame-resistant plastics. While flame retardants can provide a measure of safety in preventing fires from occurring, their …
PFAS
What Are PFAS Chemicals? PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are a group of industrial chemicals that have been used for decades in a variety of common products such as non-stick cookware and stain resistant fabrics. PFAS can also be found in firefighting foam and some pesticides. PFAS chemicals pose a risk to human health; …
Types of Chemicals Found In Plastics
Bisphenols Bisphenols are a class of industrial chemical compounds that have been used in manufacturing products since the 1960s. They are commonly found in plastics like polycarbonates, epoxy resins and other polymers, as well as food and beverage containers, cash register receipts, the lining of water pipes, some dental composites and dental sealants. Bisphenols can …
Chemicals and Toxins in Food Containers
This guide was developed to help provide an overview of chemicals and toxins used in food containers, as well as the related negative health impacts. We provide context and background information to help you understand which chemicals are used, why they are of concern, and how regulations aim to reduce the toxicity of food containers. …
The Plastic Problem – Human Health
The problem of plastic pollution in the environment is familiar to most of us these days. Litter, overflowing landfill sites, ocean gyres of floating garbage and beach pollution are hot topics. But it’s not only a problem for the planet; did you know that plastic pollution can also be harmful to our own health? HOW …