Toxic Electronics Chemicals Found in Children’s Toys and Kitchen Utensils: Study

A new study found that flame retardants from recycled electronics are contaminating black plastic kitchen items, toys, and food containers.
Toxic Electronics Chemicals Found in Children’s Toys and Kitchen Utensils: Study
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That black plastic spatula in your kitchen drawer might be harboring toxic flame retardants from recycled electronics that could leach into your family’s food.

A recent study of commonly used black plastic household products has raised red flags about safety, revealing that many items, including kitchen utensils, toys, and food containers, are laced with flame retardants that have been linked to cancer and developmental problems in children.
Huey Freeman
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A newspaper reporter, editor, and author, Huey Freeman recently wrote “Who Shot Nick Ivie?” a true crime book on the murder of a border patrol agent. He lives in Central Illinois with his wife Kate.