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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

BAN Toxics

Banned Mercury-Laden Skin Whitening Creams Still Sold in Pasay City

BALITANG TOKSIK! | 31 July 2025 Toxics Watchdog BAN Toxics has issued a public health warning over the continued sale of banned skin-lightening…

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Hidden Dangers: Toxic Chemicals Found in Children’s Hair Clips

BALITANG TOKSIK! | 18 July 2025 Toxics Watchdog BAN Toxics has raised concerns over the presence of brain damaging chemicals in children’s hair…

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Balitang Toksik, Balitang Toksik, Media Features, News and Updates, Plastic Pollution, Toxics-Free Schools Program Balitang Toksik!, BAN Toxics, plastic pollution

Envi Group Flags Illegal Sale of Toxic Mercury on Facebook Marketplace

PRESS RELEASE | 08 July 2025 On the 5th anniversary of the ratification of the Minamata Convention on Mercury by the Philippine government,…

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BAN Toxics, Community Groups Mark International Plastic Bag Free Day 2025 with Call to End Plastic Pollution

PRESS RELEASE | 03 July 2025 Calumpit, Bulacan – In observance of International Plastic Bag Free Day 2025, environmental justice group BAN Toxics…

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Media Features, News and Updates, Plastic Pollution, Press Release, Zero Waste BAN Toxics, press release

Community Action Against Toxic Exposures on National Poison Prevention Week 2025

PRESS RELEASE | 26 June 2025 San Jose Del Monte Bulacan – In observance of National Poison Prevention Week 2025, environmental justice organization…

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Brigada Eskwela in Brgy. Payatas, QC Pushes for Toxics-Free and Waste-Free Opening of Classes

PRESS RELEASE | 09 June 2025 With the nationwide Brigada Eskwela kicking off today, environmental group BAN Toxics has partnered with Payatas B…

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Toxics Watchdog Reminds Consumers to Watch Out for Toxic Substances in School Supplies

BALITANG TOKSIK! | 27 May 2025 As retailers begin to showcase items for early back-to-school shopping, chemicals and waste watchdog BAN Toxics warns…

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Beware of Plastic Swimming Toys and Floaters Containing Hazardous Chemicals – BAN Toxics

BALITANG TOKSIK! | 6 May 2025 Swimming activities at beaches and pools have become a popular and enjoyable way for kids to cope…

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

BAN Toxics to Davaoeños: Exercise Caution When Buying and Using Skin-Lightening Products with Toxic Mercury

BALITANG TOKSIK! | 3 May 2025 BAN Toxics is urging residents of Davao City to be cautious when purchasing and using skin-lightening products,…

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BAN Toxics Exposes Sale of Skin-Lightening Products with Toxic Mercury in Daet and Naga City

BALITANG TOKSIK! | 2 May 2025 Toxic watchdog group BAN Toxics is urging Bicolanas and Bicolanos to be wary of banned skin lightening…

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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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