One in three plastic toys checked for chemicals fail safety standards

Authorities have raised serious concerns over the safety of plastic toys in Cyprus, as data shows that up to one in three products tested between 2020 and 2025 contained illegal levels of hazardous chemicals. Statistics provided by Labour Minister Marinos Mousiouttas reveal a fluctuating but persistent problem with phthalates in children’s toys. In 2020, 29.3% […]

By Vassos Vassiliou