There has been growing concern over the chemicals used in children’s products over the last several years, especially when it comes to plastic. And, several studies have linked the use of BPA in those products with a whole host of health concerns – cancer and developmental & reproductive health being high on the list. Yet, the US has yet to ban BPA in the production of baby bottles, much less anything else.
And thus, at Nico & Zoe, we only carry plastic toys made in the European Union. The EU banned BPA in children’s products, and Canada followed suit.
Now who’s join the growing list? China & Malaysia. That’s right. China.
China’s Ministry of Health announced it plans to ban any BPA-containing baby bottles or other food and drink items for children. Malaysia’s ban will start next March.
Go USA? Better think again.
Read more about BPA & what’s being done to ban this chemical:
Washington Post
Mother Earth News
