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Lead levels in kids' fast-fashion shirts exceed safety limits, posing health risks, study finds.
Preliminary tests by Marian University researchers found lead levels exceeding U.S. safety limits in children’s fast-fashion shirts from multiple retailers, with all 11 samples surpassing the 100 ppm threshold.
The study, led by Professor Kamila Deavers and undergraduate students, linked higher lead levels to bright colors like red and yellow, likely due to lead(II) acetate in dyes.
Simulated digestion suggests chewing on these garments could expose children to lead above FDA safety limits, posing risks to brain development, especially in children under six.
The findings, to be presented at the American Chemical Society’s 2026 meeting, highlight the need for stronger regulations, better testing, and transparency in children’s clothing manufacturing.
Los niveles de plomo en las camisetas de moda rápida para niños exceden los límites de seguridad, lo que representa riesgos para la salud, según un estudio.