A new study warns against using black plastic kitchen utensils, revealing they may contain toxic flame retardants from recycled electronic waste, risking chemical exposure in food.
Researchers found that everyday items like black plastic utensils can harbor dangerous levels of flame retardants, primarily because they're often made from recycled electronic waste.
The study's co-author, Megan Liu, emphasized that toxins aren't present in all black plastic products, yet the risk of hazardous substances makes identification difficult.
Cooking with black plastic can lead to increased exposure to toxic chemicals, warning consumers that long-term use poses health risks even if no immediate symptoms appear.
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