A recent report released by the advocacy group Center for Health, Environment & Justice (CHEJ) says high levels of toxic chemicals called phthalates, some of which were banned in children’s toys in 2008, are present in many children’s vinyl school supplies. However, not everyone is convinced of the risk.

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http://healthland.time.com/2012/08/29/toxic-chemicals-in-kids-school-supplies-how-real-is-the-threat/#ixzz25IxPvXFD