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From the food you pack in your child’s lunchboxes to the products you trust at home, chemistry helps keep your family healthy and protected as well as your products affordable. Moms deserve clear, science-based answers because natural does not necessarily equate to safe. Learn more from the articles below about how and where chemistry is used in your everyday products.

Chemicals & Food June 3, 2025

The Science of Candy: Sugar Chemistry

It's National Candy Month. Learn about the chemistry behind those sweet treats you’re giving your Valentine. Have you ever wondered how candy is made?

Chemistry & Kids May 30, 2025

Sunscreen: Chemical Ingredients and Summertime Safety

When it comes to sun protection, the science is clear. Health experts agree that using sunscreen is important during outdoor summer activities to protect the skin from the sun’s damaging ultraviolet rays. Too much sun exposure can cause sunburns, premature skin aging and skin cancer.

Chemicals & Food March 11, 2025

Sweet Colors: Food Coloring and Dyes

As you enjoy your green beer this St. Patrick's Day, dive into the world of artificial color additives in your favorite foods and drinks.

Chemistry & Kids October 15, 2024

Unmasking Chemistry’s Contributions to Halloween Safety and Fun

It’s that time of year again…leaves are falling, there’s a nip in the air and little witches and wizards are getting set to make their rounds.

Chemicals & Health September 7, 2024

Role of Chemistry in Vaccine Ingredients and Safety

Hailed as one of the ten great public health achievements of the 20th Century by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), vaccines can help save 2 to 3 million lives every year.

Chemicals in the Environment April 11, 2024

Learning about Microplastics: Frequently Asked Questions

Microplastics are small plastic particles that result from both commercial product development and the breakdown of larger plastics.

Chemicals & Food April 8, 2024

Types of Plastic Food Packaging and Safety: A Close-Up Look

You don’t have to be a scientist to understand the many ways plastics are useful.

Chemicals & Food April 1, 2024

Is It Safe to Microwave Plastic? Answering Common Safety Questions About Plastics Food Packaging

Heating up last night’s leftovers in a plastic container? It’s easy to check to see whether a plastic container or wrap is safe to use in the microwave.

Chemicals & Health February 14, 2024

The Crucial Role of Disinfectant Use in Public Spaces

In the ongoing battle against infectious diseases, the use of disinfectants in public spaces has become an indispensable tool in helping to safeguarding the health and well-being of communities.

Chemicals & Health May 20, 2023

Titanium Dioxide: A Safe, Versatile Ingredient in Personal Care Products

As summer is underway and you’re enjoying the great outdoors, it’s important to use sunscreen to help protect your skin from the sun’s damaging ultraviolet rays. One of the main ingredients in mineral sunscreen is titanium dioxide Titanium dioxide is also a key component of an array of skincare and personal care products like lotion, soap, shampoo, and deodorant. Read on to learn more about titanium dioxide in personal care products.

Chemical Safety August 23, 2022

Why Chemicals Should be Managed Based on Risks Rather than Hazards Alone

Chemistry is essential to modern life and key to solving some of the world’s greatest challenges.

Chemical Safety August 23, 2022

Understanding Chemical Safety

Innovations in chemistry have helped improve our quality of life for centuries in a variety of ways. Products of chemistry support agriculture by helping people to produce and raise healthy crops and livestock.

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