MANILA, Philippines—Playing traditional Filipino games may put your child at risk as some of the toys sold in Divisoria, Manila, have been found to contain high levels of harmful chemicals.
“We want to inform the public of the potential chemical hazards in some popular summer games like sipa (a sport similar to sepak takraw), turumpo (top), holen (marbles) and luksong lubid (jump rope),” it said in a statement.
The group added that while it encourages kids to explore and enjoy traditional games, they and their parents should be on guard against playthings laden with toxic chemicals.
“These playthings which form part of our rich cultural heritage used to be plain and simple. But in this day and age, we find them in varying materials, colors and chemical makeups,” said EcoWaste Coalition Project Protect coordinator Thony Dizon.
Environmental watch group EcoWaste Coalition issued this warning Sunday after a test it conducted on traditional toys bought from stores in the popular bargain shopping area showed above normal levels for lead as well as other dangerous ingredients.
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