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Sippy Cups & Transition Cups
Cups designed to help toddlers transition from bottles to regular cups. Include spill-proof valves and various spout designs. Used daily for water, milk, and juice.
Why It Matters
Daily use over months to years of toddlerhood. Valves and straws can harbor bacteria and be difficult to clean. Plastic cups may leach chemicals, especially with acidic juices.
Chemicals of Concern in This Product
Bisphenol A (BPA)
An industrial chemical used to make certain plastics and resins since the 1950s. Found in...
BPA Substitutes (BPS, BPF)
Chemicals used to replace BPA in plastics and can linings after BPA health concerns emerged....
Phthalates
A group of chemicals used to make plastics more flexible and harder to break. Also used as...
Ingredient Red Flags
Watch for these on ingredient labels:
- Old or hand-me-down plastic cups
- Discolored or stained plastic
- Difficult-to-clean valves
- Unknown plastic types
What to Look For
- ✓Stainless steel cup body
- ✓Silicone straws and valves
- ✓If plastic, choose Tritan or tested BPA-free options
- ✓Dishwasher-safe for thorough cleaning
Finding Safer Options
Stainless steel cups (Pura, Klean Kanteen Kid), glass cups with silicone sleeves for home use, or silicone cups from brands like Mushie or ez pz.
Certifications to Look For
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