Harmful Material and Good Materials to look for in clothing items
| Harmful | Examples | Causes | Generally found in |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phthalates | DEHP | Worsen asthma Type 2 diabetes | faux leather raincoats |
| PFAS | Per-and poly-fluoroalkyl substances | Liver and kidney cancer | raincoats |
| Heavy Metals | Lead, chromium | Kidney, Liver or reproductive issues | Generally used in dyed items |
| VOCS/ Volatile Organic Compounds | Ethylene glycol, benzene , methylene chloride | Eye, nose, and throat irritation nausea; and damage to the liver, kidneys, or central nervous system | Found in printed clothing |
| Harmful | Examples | Causes | Generally found in |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phthalates | DEHP | Worsen asthma Type 2 diabetes | faux leather raincoats |
| PFAS | Per-and poly-fluoroalkyl substances | Liver and kidney cancer | raincoats |
| Heavy Metals | Lead, chromium | Kidney, Liver or reproductive issues | Generally used in dyed items |
| VOCS/ Volatile Organic Compounds | Ethylene glycol, benzene , methylene chloride | Eye, nose, and throat irritation nausea; and damage to the liver, kidneys, or central nervous system | Found in printed clothing |
Eco-Friendly Materials to look out for
| Name |
|---|
| Organic and Recycled Cotton |
| Hemp |
| Linen and Bamboo Linen |
| Cork |
| Recycled Polyester |
| Deadstock |
| ECONYL® |
| Apple Leather |
| Woocoa |
| Lyocell |
| Sheep Wool |
| Merino Wool |
| Silk |
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