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Toxic Chemicals Found in Indian Textiles Raise Health Concerns

Toxic Chemicals Found in Indian Textiles Raise Health Concerns

Some clothes in India might have harmful chemicals called NPEs and NPs.

These chemicals can mess with your hormones and might cause cancer.

They're used in making clothes but aren't always removed.

A study found them in many clothing items, especially baby clothes and underwear, and in rivers near textile factories.

Many countries have rules against these chemicals, but India does not, which is why clothes made in India may contain these dangerous chemicals.

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