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- Mamavation tested 65 diapers from 40 brands for PFAS “forever chemicals”. 23% of products tested showed indications of PFAS, with organic fluorine levels ranging from 10 to 323 parts per million
- Both disposable and reusable cloth diapers were found to contain PFAS. 17% of disposable diapers and 30% of reusable cloth diapers/accessories tested positive for organic fluorine above 10 ppm
- PFAS chemicals are linked to numerous health issues, including reduced immunity, allergies, developmental problems, and increased cancer risk. Pregnant women and babies are particularly vulnerable to these effects
- The study found issues with OEKO-TEX certification, as some certified products still contained PFAS. The certification’s testing methods may not detect all forms of PFAS, including PTFE (Teflon)
- Mamavation recommends looking for diapers that use total chlorine-free (TCF) processing, avoid fragrances and lotions, and for cloth diapers, use natural materials like organic cotton or hemp instead of synthetic waterproofing
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