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BAN Toxics

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
    • Hiring | Program on ASGM
    • Hiring for the HCWM Project
    • Sign a petition
    • Join us in social media
    • Volunteer or work with us
    • Become a partner or donor
  • Donate

Balitang Toksik!

Consumer Alert: Banned Mercury-Containing Skin Lightening Products Still Sold in Public Markets and Online Stores

BALITANG TOKSIK! | 3 March 2026 As we celebrate International Women’s Month, toxics watchdog BAN Toxics has issued a consumer alert on the…

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Watchdog Finds Toxic Chemicals in Lipsticks, Warns of Risks to Health and the Environment

BALITANG TOKSIK! | 26 February 2026 Toxics watchdog BAN Toxics once again warned the public about the presence of toxic chemicals such as…

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Love Should Not Be Toxic: Watch Out for Lead-Tainted Valentine’s Day Gift Items

BALITANG TOKSIK! | 12 February 2026 Giving gifts on Valentine’s Day is a heartfelt way to show affection, but be mindful—some gift items…

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POST-REVELRY TRASH MONITORING 2026

January 1, 2026 | Environmental Watchdog BAN Toxics photo documented some post-revelry trash in street corners and sidewalks, a classic example of pile…

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Toxics Watchdog group Urges FDA, LGUs to Ban the Sale and Use of Health-Damaging “Pellet Gun” and Other Dangerous Toys

BALITANG TOKSIK! | 26 December 2025 Toxics watchdog group BAN Toxics raises the alarm over the sale of dangerous firearm replicas, known as…

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Toxics Watchdog Reminds Public To Watch Out for Potential Chemicals and Other Hazards in Plastic ‘Torotot’

BALITANG TOKSIK! | 16 December 2025   With Christmas and New Year just around the corner, toxics watchdog BAN Toxics reminds the public…

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BAN Toxics Cautions Bulacaños on Toys Containing Toxic Chemicals;Urges LGUs To Initiate Market Monitoring and Inspections

BALITANG TOKSIK! | 04 December 2025 With the onset of holiday gift-buying, toxics watchdog BAN Toxics advises residents of Bulacan province to exercise…

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Toxics Watchdog Warn of Potential Danger from Lead in Christmas Lights

BALITANG TOKSIK! | 15 November 2025 With holiday decorations already making their way into households, environmental group BAN Toxics has issued a warning…

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Toxics Watchdog Warns the Public against Chemical Hazards lurking in some Holiday Decorations

BALITANG TOKSIK! | 05 November 2025 As malls and public markets fill the atmosphere with colorful lights and decorations for the early holiday…

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Toxics Watchdog Exposes Hidden Chemicals Lurking in Kids’ Toys, Warns of Serious Health Risks

BALITANG TOKSIK! | 06 October 2025 In commemoration of Consumer Welfare Month, Chemicals and Waste Watchdog BAN Toxics has released its findings on…

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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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