Black Plastic Side Effects:  You must have noticed that nowadays food from most restaurants comes in black plastic boxes. These boxes are very convenient, in which food can be easily brought and taken. But do you know that these cheap and convenient boxes can be very dangerous for your health (Black Plastic Health Risk).

Scientists have found a dangerous chemical in these cans, which is called 'Decabromodiphenyl ether'. Let us tell you that this chemical is used to prevent the spread of fire. That is why it is also called 'flame retardants'. Due to its ability to prevent the spread of fire, hot food is easily packed and sent in it.

However, due to hot food, these chemicals melt and get mixed in the food and enter our body. Due to this, health may suffer huge losses (Black Plastic Side Effects). Let us tell you that due to the serious health problems of this plastic, America banned it in 2021. But the use of this plastic has increased rapidly in India. Due to which the risk of many diseases is increasing.

Why is black plastic dangerous?

• Effect on children- The 'decabromodiphenyl ether' present in this plastic can cause hindrance in the development of the fetus and children. Due to this, the learning ability of children is also harmed.
• Effects on health- This chemical has a negative effect on the hormone controlling glands- endocrine, which increases the risk of thyroid disease . Apart from this, it also affects the immune system.
• Cancer risk- A study published in April 2024 found that people who had higher levels of flame retardants in their blood had a 300 percent higher risk of death from cancer. A chemical called 'polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon', which is found in black plastic, also poses a risk of cancer . This chemical can also cause breathing problems.

This chemical is also found in toys

Flame retardants are found in many electronic gadgets, from computers, smartphones to sofas, office chairs, car seats, etc. A research also found that in some things, this chemical was 1200 times more than the standard set by the European Union.

Why is black plastic a big problem?

It is very difficult to recycle black plastic. Therefore, it is reused many times, due to which this chemical keeps entering our body. Black plastic contributes up to 15 percent to plastic pollution. Actually, infrared technology is used to separate plastic during recycling. But this machine does not see the black color. Because of this, most of the plastic cannot be recycled. This causes a lot of damage to the environment, because it is also difficult to destroy it.

What can you do?

• Do not use black plastic containers- Do not reuse black containers from restaurants. Use glass containers to microwave food. Use steel or glass containers to carry food as well.
• Keep your home clean- dust your home regularly and wash your hands.
• Take care of ventilation- maintain air circulation in the house.