Toxins

Brazilian study finds widespread toxic metals in children's plastic toys

November 28, 2025 Ti AI ṣe iroyin Àwòrán tí AI ṣe Ti ṣayẹwo fun ododo

Researchers in Brazil have found dangerous levels of toxic metals such as barium and lead in popular plastic toys, with many products exceeding national and European safety limits. The study, which analyzed 70 toys sold in one major city, warns that even small amounts released during mouthing may pose health risks and calls for tighter regulation and oversight.