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Toxic chemicals in your child’s “trick or treat” bag or Halloween costume?

A new study released today by HealthyStuff.org found elevated levels of toxic chemicals in popular Halloween costumes, accessories and even “trick or treat” bags. Dangerous chemicals like phthalates, flame retardants, vinyl (PVC) plastic, organotins, and even lead – all of which are on our Hazardous 100+ list.

Posted Oct 28, 2014 by

This summer, it’s time for a step forward

Phthalates are hormone-disrupting chemicals that are used to soften plastic, and found in hundreds of products throughout our homes: shower curtains, shampoo, flooring… and yes, even shoes.

Posted Aug 28, 2014 by Emma Halas-O’Connor, Coalition and Grassroots Advocacy Coordinator at the Environmental Health Strategy Center

Good Parenting for the Chemical Industry

By Laura MacCleery Laura is a mom and valued Safer Chemicals Blogger – check out her blog Laura’s Rules and follow her on Twitter. Here’s a basic truth every Mom knows: it’s far easier to avoid making a mess than to clean it up after the fact. And here’s another fundamental rule we all tell […]

Posted Nov 29, 2012 by