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BAN Toxics

We are an independent non-government environmental organization that works for the advancement of environmental justice, health, and sustainable development in the area of chemicals and wastes, with a special focus on women, children, and other marginalized sectors.
  • Who we are
    • History and mandate
    • Partners and donors
    • Our Team
  • What we do
    • Environmental Justice
      • Chemicals and policy work
      • Chemicals and human rights
    • Community Development
      • Artisanal and small-scale mining
      • BAN Toxics’ interventions
      • CARING Gold: Eliminating child labor in ASGM
    • Education and Training
      • Toxics-Free Schools Program
    • Campaigns
    • Flagship Projects
      • The Philippine Healthcare and Mercury Wastes Management Project
  • News and Updates
  • Features
  • Resources
  • Get Involved
    • We Are Hiring!
    • Sign a petition
    • Join us in social media
    • Volunteer or work with us
    • Become a partner or donor
  • Donate

News and Updates

Toxics Watchdog Commends FDA for Issuing Advisory Against Mercury-Containing Beauty Products

BALITANG TOKSIK! | 13 December 2024 Toxics watchdog BAN Toxics commended the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for issuing public health advisories on…

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Ligtas na Regalong Laruan Ngayong Kapaskuhan!

12 December 2024 Nagkalat ngayon sa mga pamilihan ang mga laruan na nagtataglay ng mga nakalalasong kemikal na lubhang mapanganib sa kalusugan ng…

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Balitang Toksik, Balitang Toksik, Media Features, News and Updates, Safe Toys for Kids Balitang Toksik!, BAN Toxics

Envi Group Launches “Iwas Paputok” Campaign on Human Rights Day, Advocates for Children’s Right to a Safe Environment

PRESS RELEASE | 10 December 2024 With Christmas and New Year just around the corner, the environmental justice group BAN Toxics launched its…

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BAN Toxics to Government Agencies: Intensify Monitoring and Confiscation of Prohibited Firecrackers in the Market

BALITANG TOKSIK! | 09 December 2024 Toxic watchdog group BAN Toxics is calling on the Philippine National Police and Local Government Units to…

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Balitang Toksik, Balitang Toksik, Media Features, News and Updates, Toxic Firecrackers, Uncategorized Balitang Toksik!, BAN Toxics

Toxic watchdog warns against kiddie slippers with harmful chemicals that pose serious risks to children

BALITANG TOKSIK! | 03 December 2024 Toxic watchdog BAN Toxics has called the attention of the public to refrain from buying kiddie plastic…

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OPEN LETTER TO ASEAN LEADERS: REDUCE PLASTIC PRODUCTION FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN SOUTHEAST ASIA

  BAN Toxics stands with fellow environmental defenders and calls on the Philippine government and ASEAN leaders to push for a strong Global…

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Not Suitable for Children: Study Finds Toxic Chemicals in Plastic Toys Sold in Bangladesh and the Philippines Impacting Low-Income Communities, Revealing Transboundary Hazardous Toy Trade

News Release | 26 November 2024 With the holidays approaching, BAN Toxics unveils a timely study highlighting the public health and environmental risks…

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News and Updates, Safe Toys for Kids Safe Children's Products, Safe Toys for Kids

Not Suitable for Children: Toxic Chemicals in Plastic Toys Sold in Bangladesh and the Philippines

  HIGHLIGHTS Executive Summary Children are highly vulnerable from environmental hazards. Within the human climate, notable chemicals of concern permeate across extensive product…

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BAN Toxics Celebrates World Children’s Day with Toxics-Free Schools Program in Florentino Torres High School

“The youth are vital to our country’s future, and their development requires a safe, healthy and toxics-free school environment that fosters not just…

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Consumer Alert: Beware of Unlabeled Ceramic Mugs Tainted with Lead and Cadmium

BALITANG TOKSIK! | 19 November 2024 With the fast-approaching holiday season, toxic watchdog group BAN Toxics called on consumers to exercise caution when…

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WHO WE ARE

  • History and mandate
  • Partners and donors
  • Our Team

WHAT WE DO

  • Environmental Justice
  • Community Development
  • Campaigns
  • Flagship Projects
    • The Philippine Healthcare and Mercury Wastes Management Project

Get Involved

  • Join us in social media
  • Sign a petition
  • Volunteer or work with us
  • Become a partner or donor
  • Job Opportunities

Contact Us

  • Suite 306 PM Apartments #24 Matalino Street, Brgy. Central, Quezon City
  • (02) 791 8691
  • info@bantoxics.org

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