Toxins

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

November 28, 2025 由 AI 报道 AI 生成的图像 事实核查

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.