Bamboo Tableware Dangerous For Babies Recalled By The DGCCRF

After the publication of the study defining bamboo mugs dangerous to health, a new source has raised alarm about the harmful effects of bamboo dishes on babies. Super ecological and become very fashionable in recent years, these customizable objects have flooded the market and do not cease to seduce mothers of toddlers.

Bamboo tableware potentially toxic to babies

Spoons, forks, cups, plates or even the famous "lunch boxes", bamboo exists in a wide variety of forms and has invaded our kitchens. It is therefore no surprise that it is found as utensils for babies. Very appreciated for its natural appearance, it finally turned out that bamboo is not as healthy as it was believed. What is more, in recent months, a large number of products intended for toddlers have been recalled by the DGCCRF. The General Directorate warned of a "migration of components to food" as well as "chemical risks".

The Directorate General for Competition, Consumer Affairs and Fraud Control has recalled about ten items made from bamboo. More specifically, these are plates and glasses intended for babies as well as lunch boxes and picnic products.

To turn into tableware, bamboo must first be agglomerated. To do this, specialists use melamine-formaldehyde known for its thermosetting properties. Usually, it is harmless material but if it is such a poor quality, melamine can become toxic to the kidneys as it increases the risk of kidney stones. Once melanin comes into contact with hot substances, its harmful components are released into the food. Not to mention that formaldehyde is classified as carcinogenic.

What precautions should be observed?

Considering the fact that bamboo tableware is extremely popular today, the least that can be done is to use it only for cold drinks and meals. Moreover, institutions also want to raise concerns about the recyclable aspect of this type of item: it is important to remember that melamine-formaldehyde is not biodegradable at all.

For your information, bamboo tableware is banned in Austria but currently there are no signs of legislative changes in France.