Why should parents be concerned about chemical additives in vinyl plastic products in the home?
Greenpeace found different chemical additives in commonplace home furnishings and childcare products that are made from vinyl. These hazardous additives leach out of the vinyl while it is in use. How much leaches out and how quickly varies greatly and is dependent on heat (sunlight), age of the product, and use (such as a child chewing on vinyl). These chemical additives have been linked to health concerns and in some cases, the testing information is woefully inadequate to assess the chemical’s safety. What are the dangers associated with the chemical additives found in vinyl? The phthalates found in the products tested have been shown to cause liver cancer and kidney damage in animals. They also impair the reproductive system in rodents, and concerns have been raised that similar effects may arise in male infants in humans. The organotins found in the products tested have caused nervous and respiratory problems in humans in addition to reproductive and developmental impairment in ani
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