| DHS Home > Office for Prevention of Developmental Disabilities > Lead and Environmental Health Links > PVC – a major source of phthalates PVC – a major source of phthalates Polyvinyl chloride, or PVC, isa major source of phthalates – which are the same dangerous plastic softeners banned from children's toys last year. 2008 law banning phthalates from children's toys does not cover the PVC in school supplies The 2008 law banning phthalates from children's toys does not cover the PVC in school supplies, with which our children come in contact on a daily basis. Phthalates harm children's health and development by interfering with natural hormone functioning and have been linked to birth defects in baby boys, testicular cancer, liver problems, and early onset of puberty in girls – which is a risk factor for later-life breast cancer. Why worry about PVC-free school supplies? Many children's school supplies, such as lunchboxes, backpacks and binders, can be made out of PVC-a toxic plastic that is dangerous to our health and the environment. PVC contains dangerous chemical additives including phthalates, lead, cadmium, and/or organotins, which can be toxic to your child's health. Thesetoxic additives can leach out or evaporate into the air over time, posing unnecessary dangers to children. Here are some school supply shopping tips you can start using today: TheCenter for Health, Environment, and Justice (CHEJ)- through its ongoing campaign"PVC: The Poison Plastic - The Campaign for Safe, Healthy Consumer Products"-- has posted its "2009 Back to School Guide to PVC-Free School Supplies" to help you avoid dangerous PVC products when back-to-school shopping. To download the complete guide,click here. To download a pocket-size guide to carry with you when you shop,click here. Below are some examples ofschool supplies which are OK and which to avoid. Pictures of OK products Pictures of PVC products to AVOID Unfortunately, items made from shiny plastics and vinyl have PVCs in them most of the time, so just check before you buy! |
Department of Human Services | PVC – a major source of phthalates (2024)
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