Concerned about whether your everyday household goods contain toxic chemicals? You can now visit HealthyStuff.org to find out.
HealthyStuff.org contains test results on 900 common items, from toys to school supplies to women’s handbags. The testing – done by the nonprofit, Ann Arbor-based, environmental organization, the Ecology Center – analyzed products for lead, cadmium, mercury, bromine, polyvinyl chloride (PVC), and arsenic. These chemicals, which build up over time in the body, have been linked to liver toxicity, thyroid disorders, learning disabilities, cancer, developmental disabilities, reproductive disorders, and other health issues.
Among the findings was the presence of “chemicals of concern” in most of the more than 60 common back-to-school supplies (e.g., backpacks, lunch boxes, pencil cases, binders) tested. Nearly 90% contained one or more toxins, 22% contained detectable levels of lead, and “far too many” were made of polyvinyl chloride.
Among pet products – including chew toys, beds, leashes, and collars – which are not regulated by the government, 25% had detectable levels of lead. Of these, 7% had levels greater than 300 parts per million (ppm), the current standard for lead in children’s products set by the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
A surprising finding was the amount of lead in women’s handbags. Of the 100 handbags tested, 64% contained more than 300 ppm lead, and 50% topped 1,000 ppm lead.
The Ecology Center hopes that consumers use the information on this site to make healthy choices and purchases. The site so invites consumers to take action and urge government officials and manufacturers to phase out lead, arsenic, and other hazardous substances from consumer products.
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September 19, 2009
June 30, 2009
Keep Track of Honesty in Advertistements at Mouseprint.org
If you are buying a pint of Haagen-Daaz Ice Cream, you might be surprised to learn that it is no longer a pint, but now only 14 ounces. You would have to be an eagle-eyed consumer to notice the slight difference in the cartons. The price has not been reduced, just the size.
To keep track of the shrinking pint, visit Mouseprint.org. The site also tells about some of the advertisements that don't really tell the truth, and will explain the creative use of asterisks by some companies.
[via WTOP Radio Call for Action]
To keep track of the shrinking pint, visit Mouseprint.org. The site also tells about some of the advertisements that don't really tell the truth, and will explain the creative use of asterisks by some companies.
[via WTOP Radio Call for Action]
January 12, 2009
Health Information on Household Products
Do you want to know health and safety information on any household products? Here is the link that allows you to navigate easily and find out the information on any household products.
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