Bioplastics International products
Toxic Dangers of Plastics
Bioplastics - Tetrafluoro-Ethelyne
Common Uses: Non-stick coating on cookware, clothes irons ironing board covers, plumbing and tools. Adverse Health Effects: Can lmtate eyes, nose and throat and can cause breathing difficulties.
Bioplastics - Phthalates
Common Uses: Softened vinyl products manufactured with phthalates include vinyl clothing, emulsion plant, footwear, printing inks, non-mouthing toys and children`s products, product packaging and food wrap, vinyl flooring, blood bags and tubing, IV containers and components, surgical gloves, breathing tubes, general purpose labware, inhalation masks, many other medical devices
Bioplastics - Polyurethane Foam
Common Uses: Cushions, mattresses, pillows. Adverse Health Effects: Bronchitis, coughing, skin and eye problems. Can release toluene disocvanate which can produce severe lung problems.
Bioplastics - Polyvinyl Chloride
Common Uses: Food packaging, plastic wrap, containers for toiletries, cosmetics, crib bumpers, floor tiles, pacifiers, shower curtains, toys, water pipes, garden hoses, auto upholstery, inflatable swimming pools.
Bioplastics - Acrylic
Common Uses: Clothing, blankets, carpets made from acrylic fibers, adhesives, contact lenses, dentures, floor waxes, food preparation equipment, disposable diapers, sanitary napkins, paints.