What chemicals of concern are found in Clay & Sculpting Materials?

Chemicals of concern commonly found in Clay & Sculpting Materials include: Phthalates, VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds).

What should I look for when buying Clay & Sculpting Materials?

AP certified products Proper ventilation when baking polymer clay Natural clay options Phthalate-free polymer clays

Watch for: Baking polymer clay without ventilation, Strong chemical smell, Unknown imported brands.

Modeling clay, polymer clay, and sculpting materials. Polymer clays release fumes when baked; some clays contain additives.

Hands are in direct contact with clay. Polymer clays release fumes during baking. Children often use modeling compounds.

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Watch for these on ingredient labels:

Natural air-dry clays, beeswax modeling compounds for children, or AP certified polymer clays with proper ventilation.

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