FREE List of Pacifiers That Are BPA Free and That Are Not BPA Free
July 1, 2008
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Below is a list of Pacifiers that are FREE of BPA, Phthalates, Latex and PVC. Most of our pacifiers can be found in our ONLINE PACIFIER SHOP which can be entered HERE.
We try to provide a selection of sizes, colors and pricing to meet you and your babies needs. See our complete list below:
* Avent Freeflow Pacifiers: NOTE: Until recently Avent pacifiers did contain BPA in the shield. Look for those labeled “BPA FREE” or the style “Freeflow” available through out site.
* Born Free Pacifiers
* Evenflo Pacifiers:
- Mimi Soft Touch Pacifier
- Mimi Premium Pacifier
- Mimi Neo One Piece Pacifier
- Vizion Pacifier (look for label that reads “BPA Free”)
- Fuzion Pacifier (look for label that reads “BPA Free”)
- Illuzion Pacifier (look for label that reads “BPA Free”)
* First Years Pacifiers:
- Soothies Pacifiers (including the Soothie teether)
- Safe Comfort Pacifiers
- Ultra Kip Pacifiers
- Disney Collection Pacifiers
* Gerber Pacifiers:
- Nuk Classic Pacifier
- Nuk Original Pacifier
- Nuk Nautical Pacifier
* Gumdrop Pacifiers: (Have a polycarbonate center topped with silicone)
* Natursutten Pacifiers: Danish pacifier, “Goldi” Pacifier
* Playtex Pacifiers:
- Binkey Most Like Mother Silicone Pacifier
- Binkey Angled Pacifier
- Ortho-pro Pacifier
* Razberry Teether:
* Sassy Pacifiers: (NOTE: Some of the Sassy MAM pacifiers are currently NOT BPA free (although they do have a silicone nipple), however they will be by the end of the year.)
- MAM Nanno Pacifiers
- Soft Rim Pacifiers
- Ulti Pacifiers
* Vice Versa Binkey with Case:
*NOTE: Many of these pacifiers are also available in latex as well as silicone. To find out more about the safety issues regarding LATEX please click HERE.
The following Pacifiers DO contain chemicals such as BPA and/or Latex and should be discarded and/or avoided:
* Avent Pacifiers: (if NOT labeled “BPA Free”)
* Evenflo Pacifiers:
- Vizion Pacifier (if NOT labeled “BPA Free”)
- Fuzion Pacifier if NOT labeled “BPA Free”)
- Illuzion Pacifier if NOT labeled “BPA Free”)
* Gerber Pacifiers:
- Natural Flex Pacifier
- Nuk Button Pacifier
- Round Soft Center Pacifier
- Nuk Fashion Silicon Pacifier
* Munchkin Pacifiers
* Nuby Pacifiers
* Razbaby “Keep It Clean” Pacifier
* Sassy/MAM Pacifiers
When I had Emilia I could not find any definite information on which pacifiers were “safe” “BPA free” “Natural”. This information aims to help you find SAFE pacifiers that are BPA, Phthalate, PVC and Latex free, as it is hard to come by a complete list that spells it out for you.
Above is a list compiled of pacifiers that are and are not free of BPA. Some of the chemicals to avoid are:
BPA: Otherwise known as Bisphenol-A, is a common plasticizer, which is found in PVC (the soft plastic, or #3 plastic), and polycarbonate plastic, the clear shatterproof plastic, which is often used in water bottles, and baby bottles. BPA has been linked to: * Reproductive Harm * Obesity * Cancer (breast and prostate) * Hormonal Disruptions * Possible Neurotoxicity
Phthalates: Phthalates are another common plasticizer, which are found en-mass in everything from nail polish to body lotions, i-pods, to soft plastic toys so it is more of a challenge to avoid them. Phthalates are added to plastics (such as PVC toys…i.e. “rubber duckie”) to make them soft and flexible. They are also found in Synthetic “Fragrance”, otherwise known as Diethyl Phthalate or DEP (i.e. air fresheners, scented candles, cosmetic “fragrance”, household “fragrance”). Phthalates have been identified by the CDC as a cause of concern for links to:
* Birth Defects * Allergies * Damage to the Liver and Testes
Latex: Some pacifiers are made with latex (synthetic rubber) which is indicated by a yellow nipple. Some children are allergic to latex, and studies indicate that long term exposure my increase a childs sensitivity to latex. Best to avoid it when possible.
Plasticizers: Vice versa of what’s said above. Plasticizers (such as Phthalates) are added to make plastics softer and more flexible. When you smell that “gassy” smell, those are the added plasticizers hard at work to make your shower curtain fold up in a neat little square, or that “new car smell” we all enjoy so much.
PVC: Otherwise known as Polyvinyl Chloride, often contains Phthalates to make the material more flexible. PVC is found in a variety of everyday items (i.e. shower curtains, the garden hose, etc.). When you smell that “gas” like smell come out of the plastic, it’s most likely PVC. The concern here is that PVC contains additional chemicals, which can leach out of the toys, bottles, etc. Vinyl, traditional soft gel teethers, or bath toys such as rubber duckies, waterproof books, bathing dolls etc. are all prime examples of PVC toys and should be avoided.
* NOTE: Some pacifiers listed (such as Advent) may have Silicone nipples, however there may be BPA present in the shield/button and/or handle.
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