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In October 2020, the French found the presence of several groups of chemicals of concern — such as formaldehyde, polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), dioxins and furans, and volatile organic compounds (VOC) — in single-use diapers sold in France (Photo: Wikipedia)

Are there dangerous chemicals in disposable nappies in EU?

As MEPs concerned about people's exposure to harmful chemicals, we have repeatedly called on the EU Commission and member states to take action in order to increase protection levels and we have strongly supported the development of Europe's Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability.

It is now time to deliver on the important promises made, including that to restrict the most harmful substances in consumer produc...

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Maria Arena is a S&D MEP. \nAnja Hazekamp is an MEP with The Left.\nTilly Metz is a Green MEP. \nFrédérique Ries is an MEP with Renew Europe.

In October 2020, the French found the presence of several groups of chemicals of concern — such as formaldehyde, polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), dioxins and furans, and volatile organic compounds (VOC) — in single-use diapers sold in France (Photo: Wikipedia)

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Maria Arena is a S&D MEP. \nAnja Hazekamp is an MEP with The Left.\nTilly Metz is a Green MEP. \nFrédérique Ries is an MEP with Renew Europe.

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