How to Buy BPA-Free Bath Toys
With all the news on the potentially hazardous effect of BPA in plastics, there is more need then ever to look for safe toys for your children. BPA is chemical used to make certain plastics, and studies have not been completed to show how safe bath toys are that contain this chemical.
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Look at the recycling codes on the bottom of the toys or in the package details. The recycling triangles that have the number 1, 2 or 4 in them are BPA-free. Avoid any products with the number 7 in the recycling triangle; these plastics contain higher levels of BPA.
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Find a toy company that advertise BPA-free on the package. Many companies, like parents, are going with BPA-free plastics to err on the side of caution.
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Check websites if you can't find the information on the label. The Soft Landing is a wonderful resource for multiple products including bath toys (see Resources). They have a list of toys and companies that are or make BPA-free toys.
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Tips & Warnings
There is no complete study that says how much BPA is hazardous in children or adults. If you are using any toys with the number 7, be sure to dispose of them at the first sign of wear. Do not microwave or wash in a dishwasher, as this can increase the levels of BPA that leach out of the plastic.
