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STORY AT-A-GLANCE
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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