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Toxic Metals and ‘Forever Chemicals’ Found in Dollar Store Products in Canada

September 2, 2022
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An analysis of some products sold at dollar stores like Dollar Tree and Dollarama in Canada has been found to contain toxic heavy metals as well as “forever chemicals,” referring to “per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances” (PFAs) that tend to stick around in the soil, atmosphere, and rainwater for a long time. The study, published by…

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US Lawmakers Announce Bill to Cut Toxic Metals in Baby Food

March 26, 2021
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WASHINGTON—A group of Democratic U.S. lawmakers presented legislation Thursday which will set new maximum levels of toxic heavy metals in baby food and require manufacturers to comply within one year. The bill will be formally introduced Friday. The Baby Food Safety Act of 2021 would set maximum levels of inorganic arsenic, lead, cadmium, and mercury…

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