New study detects bromine and heavy metals in black plastic food contact items; recycling of black plastic electronic waste into sensitive consumer goods discussed as source of hazardous chemicals
February 9, 2018
Mineral oils and heavy metals in dark chocolate
Danish consumer council finds cadmium, lead, mineral oils, polyaromatic hydrocarbons in dark chocolate; 5 of 12 tested brands with elevated levels
June 21, 2017
Children significantly exposed to EDCs and neurotoxins
Danish EPA assesses risk of young and unborn children’s exposure to endocrine disruptors and neurotoxins; phthalates, bisphenol A, and lead identified among most critical substances
June 16, 2017
Lead in U.S. baby food
New study by Environmental Defense Fund finds U.S. baby foods more frequently contaminated with lead than regular non-baby foods, urges FDA and manufacturers to reduce children’s exposure to lead
February 9, 2017
Children exposed to lead from water and food
Formula-fed infants and toddlers in U.S. exposed to lead mainly from water and food, respectively, according to new report by Environmental Protection Agency
August 29, 2016
Heavy metals in color printed glasses
Czech environmental organization finds high levels of lead and cadmium in color printing of drinking glasses
July 11, 2016
Scientific consensus on environmental neurotoxins
Project TENDR consensus statement calls for action against environmental chemicals affecting children’s brains and contributing to disorders such as autism, ADHD, and learning disabilities
June 7, 2016
WHO: Chemicals impact public health
New report by World Health Organization estimates that 1.3 million deaths in 2012 occurred due to chemical exposure; provides examples of intervention and economic benefits of prevention
June 2, 2016
Lead in children’s mugs
Czech environmental organization finds high levels of lead in color printing of china and glass dishes for children
June 18, 2015
Heavy metals in Indian plastic bottles
Mumbay-based NGO tests plastic bottles and finds elevated heavy metal levels; NGO now demands ban of plastic bottles used as packaging
