Parents nowadays are more concerned about the health and safety of their kids and they are aware about various things which are traditional but are not good for their kids, so they break the tradition. For babies, the material by which a dedicated baby product is made can be a big concern to parents.
Here comes the BPA-free plastic based products of babies which are almost free of toxic effects of plastic and parents of this age know this, so they prefer. The plastic free of BPA (Bisphenol A) is a good alternative of traditional plastic and gives positive health effects on kids’ health especially in baby or infant stage (early childhood).
What is BPA?
BPA or Bisphenol A is a chemical found in plastic which is a big cause of the toxicity of plastic. Due to the awareness about the harmful effects of plastic on human health especially on infants, the parents search for alternatives of plastic.
Why is it a concern?
Bisphenol A is a concern because of its huge harmful effects on humans and for those in early childhood, it has more reach and risks. Research shows it as an endocrine disruptor. Due to its estrogen-like and anti-androgen effects it can affect the immune system, reproductive system and neuroendocrine system. Also it can induce carcinogenesis and mutagenesis.
Major effects of BPA-free baby equipment on Children Health
The baby products which do not contain BPA are always preferable than normal plastics. Here are some major effects of non-BPA equipment usage on infants’ health.
1. Protects hormonal balance
Long exposure to BPA-containing products may cause hormonal imbalance because it triggers endocrine disruption. BPA-free baby appliances allows the children’s normal hormonal growth without any disruption which ends in good mental and physical health.
2. Lesser developmental risks
Studies show that BPA exposure to children may cause behavioral, learning and attention challenges in later teenage years and further. Use of BPA-free bottles, utensils, and toys for kids significantly reduces the risks of introduction of harmful chemicals to the children which prevents developmental issues.
3. Safe feeding and nutrition
The BPA material in feeding containers or accessories may cause destruction or disruption of nutrition of the edible material which can have very negative effects on health. BPA-free products allow safe feeding of children and ensures that they’re having proper nutrition of the eating material.
4. Naturally strong immune system
Bisphenol A also disrupts the developing immune system of babies and this disruption can cause easy affection of bacteria and viruses throughout the age of the individual. When parents choose non-BPA material for their kids, it allows the immune system to grow naturally and help develop a strong immunity.
5. Safe play and comfort
Babies often take their toys and nearby things into their mouths and if it is normal plastic, babies can suffer critical issues not only in their overall childhood but also throughout their age. Having BPA-free toys, utensils and surroundings ensures that they are having good playtime and the risks of health affection is lesser.
How BPA-free products build trust with parents?
Companies which highlight that they’re having completely BPA-free baby appliances, parents trust them because they are probably aware of harms of BPA containing material.
Parents love that the company cares about children’s health and safety, so an emotional connection builds and the layer of trust develops.
Global Market Demand for BPA-free products
As the awareness about harmful effects of plastics and other BPA containing products is increasing, parents are demanding for non-BPA products. This is causing a huge convert in market demand globally.
Reason of shift:
- In the USA, Europe and most of Asia, BPA is completely banned in baby equipment because of its huge negative impacts on infants’ health.
- Parents themselves are aware and not accepting traditional plastics and all BPA containing material.
- Also the BPA containing products are very harmful for the environment.
BPA-free Options for baby products:
- Glass is a potential replacement for feeding containers and other contacting products. High-quality glass is thermal resistant, also offers good hygiene and sustainability.
- Silicone of good grade is non-toxic, non-BPA and hypoallergenic. Ideal for soft-texture demanding products like nipples, teethers, and feeding bowls.
- Plant-based materials like natural rubber, bamboo and organic textiles are also good for various purposes.
Due to the reasons and availability of considerable good materials cause the market shift which can fortunately lead to elimination of plastics of every equipment.
Opportunity for B2B, Distributors and eCom retailers
1. High repeat rates
Products like bottles, pacifiers, nipples and more have high repeat purchase rates which can cause good results.
2. Good offer making
As most of the parents are still trying and starting to shift from traditional utensils, offer making opportunities are present such as BPA-free baby essentials.
3. Good ranges
It may include all products to choose from again so there is a good range of premium and budget-friendly things which can lead to good profit margins.
4. Institutional sales
Institutional sales are much likely to happen due to official bans and shifts so institutions will buy in good numbers.
5. Future proof
These products are future proof and even provide good reach & sales in future.
6. Strong & clear market convenience
The convenience points of BPA-free products are very clear. It’s all about saving infants from harmful life destroying effects and allowing them natural & strong growth.
Conclusion
BPA being a very toxic and harmful chemical component of plastics can cause various issues to infants from hormonal imbalancement to developmental problems. Use of BPA-free equipment allows the babies’ internal and external systems to grow naturally according to the fixtures of nature which make their further lives good and actually normal.
The whole industry is shifting because of the global market demand and demand from parents being aware of the concerns of BPA. Businesses and manufacturers should focus on creating and introducing such equipment. On the other hand, distributors should go for quality non-BPA companies.
This also offers good opportunities for B2B sellers, distributors and retailers because these products are future proof, sustainable, provide good ranges and sales.
