| 5 Facts About Polyethylene Pellet Blanket Weights |
| Plastic Pellets (Polyethylene Pellets) are used by Plastics Extruder companies to manufacture all kinds of plastic products. There are several kinds of plastic pellets, one of which is PBA free and all the sellers of Weighted Blankets using plastic pellets claim to use them. But.... 1..... Here is The Scary Truth About BPA-Free Plastics... Compounds in BPA-free water bottles and food containers have been linked to irregular heartbeat, unhealthy brain changes, and more When we first heard about the dangers of bisphenol A (BPA), a compound used to make hard plastics for things like reusable water bottles and food containers, we were horrified: A chemical leaking into our food and drinks that can disrupt our hormone levels and possibly lead to weight gain, fertility issues, and cancer? We’ll pass. (Some states, like CA, even tried to implement Labels Warning of BPA in Foods.) But now researchers are saying that the BPA-free products we bought to escape these outcomes may not be so safe after all. That’s because manufacturers simply replaced the BPA in their plasticware with other bisphenols—F and S, specifically—that act in much the same way as the dreaded BPA. In one recent study, zebra fish that were exposed to BPA experienced a troubling 180 percent boost in the number of neurons in a part of the brain (called the hypothalamus) that’s associated with hyperactivity; BPS triggered a 240 percent increase in the same brain cells. Earlier research showed that BPS disrupts heart rhythm in female rats (but not male rats) who were under stress. What’s more, a new French report found that BPS and BPF may block testosterone production in utero, which could impair fetus’ testicle development. So what’s a water-guzzling, leftover-storing girl to do? The safest solution for now is to avoid plasticware altogether, regardless of whether its labeled BPA-free or not. Look for water bottles and food containers made from unlined food-grade stainless steel, aluminum, bamboo, or glass—such as the ones found on sites like lifewithoutplastic.com. Also smart: watching out for sneakier sources of BPA, including canned foods (which are often lined with BPA-contained plastic) and thermal paper store receipts. (Read original article here:) https://www.shape.com/healthy-eating/diet-tips/scary-truth-about-bpa-free-plastics |
| 2..... What are Organotins? If we can overlook the "PBA free" plastics issue, we also need to be educated about the manufacture of organotins. For decades, mercury and lead were used to stabilize the hydrocarbons used to make plastics. As growing evidence revealed lead and mercury contamination from these plastics, a new type of metal compound, called organotin, is now predominantly used to stabilize (harden) the plastic during processing. A November 2010 study of plastic toys written by the Center for Health,Environment and Justice, found that about 20% of toys sold in a large U.S. mass market toys retailer likely contain organotins. Organitins such as tributyltin have been used for anti-fouling paints on boats and fungicides. These uses alone indicate their potential toxicity. Research has found that TBT is an endocrine disruptor: It interferes with hormone reception and availability. TBT has been found to increase masculinity among marine life, as it tends to increase testosterone and decrease estrogen availability. In vitro tests have shown that TBT can also interfere with cellular differentiation processes. The November 2010 toy study also found that 81% of toys for children 18 to 36 months old contained chlorine - indicative of being made with PVC. And it found that 6% of toys contained lead. 98% of all toys found in this mass market retailer were made in China. And none were labeled as containing lead, cadmium or organotins - which many contained. Research from South Africa’s Cape Peninsula University of Technology found organotins to be one of the most critical global threats to the environment, including aquatic life. They compared organotin exposure to mercury exposure in terms of potential toxicity. With this in mind, how confident can be about the safety claims from China manufacturers that their plastics are safe. Read original article here: https://www.realnatural.org/is-smelly-china-plastic-toxic/ |
| 3... It matters where your weighted blanket is manufactured I did a quick search of the weighted blankets that came up in the top two pages of Google search and found 2 sellers besides this company (Salt of the Earth Weighted Gear), that was NOT buying their stock from China. I have been manufacturing weighted blankets for 12 years and employing 6 to 10 stay at home mothers and retired women seamstresses. I pay them at least 15% above minimum wage. But the big companies order China made weighted blankets - finished and ready to ship - for less than it cost me just for the fabrics. How can that be? It can be because of the wages the Chinese seamstress are paid. I have chosen not to go that route, but due to recent serge of China manufactured competition, I have had to release over half of my employees. The china made blankets are easy to recognise. They are made with a quilted polyester cover over an insert filled with Polyethylene Pellets. 4..... In the case of fire Polyethylene Pellets are manufactured with a chemical added to prevent them from burning, but of course, not from melting. In the case of fire, I would rather be under a cotton fine grade stone weighted blanket than a polyester blanket filled with Polyethylene Pellets. 5.... Polyethylene Pellets - A serious source of pollution in our oceans. For information about plastic pellet pollution in our oceans follow this Wikipedia link: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plastic_resin_pellet_pollution You Choose- Man made Polyethylene Pellets or Natures Fine Grade River Stone? ..... Fine grade river stone is naturally chemical free, fume free and cool to the touch by it's nature. ..... It is not sharp or porous or dusty, as it is not crushed lime stone. It is washable, dryable, and a finer texture. ...... .It is a much more concentrated weight compared to Polyethylene Pellets Concentrated weight has a better pressure effect than the same amount of bulky weight. A 1 pound rock in one hand feels heavier than a 1 pound of bag of marshmallows in the other hand. We used to make Polyethylene Pellet weighted blankets, but I stopped several years ago. Although the fine grade River Stone is a lot of work to screen and clean, it is a superior product. It makes a superior Weighted Blanket. |
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