According to the Public Health Inspectors’ Association, 75% of lunch boxes and water bottles used by children are found to be of substandard quality. This poses significant health risks, especially with products made of low-grade plastic materials.
Reports indicate that these items, widely available in local markets, are often imported without strict regulatory checks, particularly from countries like China. This lack of quality control endangers children, as many of these lunch boxes and water bottles are made with unsuitable plastic.
Consumer Awareness
Consumers tend to focus more on the price and appearance of products rather than checking quality standards. Health officials advise that when purchasing plastic items for food and water, customers should check for specific indicators: labels indicating “BPA-free” or a recycling number “5” on the base, or a spoon and glass symbol, which signify that the items are safe for use.
Future Measures
Public health authorities have announced plans to intensify inspections on colorful, attractive lunch boxes and water bottles sold in the market to ensure they meet health standards. Legal actions may be taken under the Food Act of 1980, with additional monitoring and strict inspections set to be conducted in the coming months.
