New research suggests that black plastic is associated with health risks. Researchers found toxic flame retardants in many black plastic household goods. Sponsor Message : [POST-BROADCAST ...

I’ve also taken this news as a reason to coax myself into carrying a reusable coffee mug more often, if only to avoid the black plastic lids on disposable cups—heat plus plastic equals ...

This includes everyday items such as food service ware (containers, bowls, plates, cups, and other items used for one-time use), kitchen utensils, and even black plastic toys.

An alarming study that had Americans tossing out their black plastic kitchen utensils, toys and to-go packages earlier this month overstated the concern, the researchers admit. But they still say ...

Black plastic cookware has become a staple in many kitchens — but it might be harmful. A new study found that some of the items contain high levels of cancer-causing, hormone-disrupting flame ...

It might be time for a kitchen utensil overhaul. A new study found that black-colored plastic — common in spatulas, tongs, and other kitchen tools — may contain potentially cancerous chemicals ...

To conduct the study, researchers screened for bromine, an indicator for brominated flame retardants, in 203 black plastic household products sold across the country. They then chose 20 products ...

It’s one of the biggest cooking weeks of the year for many families. Chances are there’s a well-used black plastic spatula, spoon or ladle near the stove. Scientists say it belongs in the trash.

CBS News investigated what happens at one of the largest users of plastic cups that advertises its recycling practices: Starbucks. Reporters placed plastic cold drink cups, embedded with trackers ...

The chain replaced it with a reusable spindle that was cleaned after every use and gave customers a smaller black spoon that uses less plastic ... dessert option. The cups are half the larger ...

On the con side, they have four suction cups—as opposed to a single suction cup—on the base. This means that they grip laminate, wood, and plastic surfaces well, but they’re also difficult ...