 | Tidy Trays™ Safeguarded by VintexManufacturing processes have changed drastically since the days of our grandparents. Today's parent must be on the lookout more than ever, for potentially harmful chemicals lurking in their child's toys and supplies. Chances are, you've seen reports on the news or on the Internet referring to bisphenol-A, lead, phthalates and other hazardous chemicals, typically found in plastics. But with a multitude of varying reports, parents are having a difficult time ensuring the products they are buying are safe. As conscious parents wanting to create a safe and toxin-free environment for children, our team at Dream Big Innovations took all the necessary measures to ensure our Tidy Trays™ product is free of any potentially harmful toxins. Tidy Trays™ are certified BPA free, lead free and phthalate free. |
What is BPA?
BPA stands for Bisphenol-A, a chemical compound used in the creation of polycarbonate plastics, including hard plastic water bottles, baby bottles, baby food jars, can linings and children's toys. BPA is proven acutely toxic, and is known to mimic the action of the human hormone estrogen. BPA can leach from plastics, especially when heated or scratched. In animal testing, the effects of BPA have included breast and prostate cancer, decreased sperm counts, reproductive abnormalities, neurobehavioral problems, early puberty in females, and several other abnormalities. Recent studies show that people are exposed to BPA at levels known to cause harmful effects in animals.
What is Lead?
It has been proven that ongoing exposure to even small amounts of lead can be harmful, especially for young children. This is because their small but growing bodies absorb lead more easily than adults, and they tend to be more susceptible to their harmful effects. Intellectual development, behaviour, size and auditory function can all be affected by even low level lead exposure. Lead has typically been found in paint and pvc plastics. The Canadian government has limited the amount of lead that can be contained in products. Nonetheless, parents should exercise caution in selecting toys and products for their children.
What are Phthalates?
Phthalates refer to a broad group of chemicals, containing phthalic acid, mainly used to increase the softness, flexibility, transparency, durability and longevity of plastics and flexible vinyl products, such as films, coatings or molded products. Phthalates can also be found in lubricants, make-up, food products, binders and emulsifying agents. Recent laboratory testing on rodents, show that some phthalates interfere with the development of the reproductive system in males. Infants and toddlers are at the greatest risk of exposure to phthalates due to their mouthing behaviour. While the Center for Disease Control (CDC) has restricted the use of phthalates in soft rattles, teethers and soothers, many children's products still contain them.
