PVC

What is PVC?

PVC (Polyvinyl chloride) is a plastic that requires toxic chemicals to make it stable and soft for use in many baby items.

Is it harmful to your child?

Vinyl chloride is a known human carcinogen
Lead and cadmium, common stabliziers for PVC, are toxic - especially to young children
The plasticizers used to soften PVC, phthalates ("thay-lates"), have been shown to disrupt reproductive functions

Over time, PVC products break down, releasing these harmful chemicals into your child's environment.

Why take the risk?

Babies develop by exploring through their senses and puttting everything in their mouths. You can minimise the risk of ingestion by simply removing PVC products from your childs environment and replacing items with known BPA free and PVC free status.

Although Europe and Japan have banned PVC products intended for children under 5, Australia has not! Poses some big questions of Australia and the decision makers, that's for sure.