Food Grade Silicone
Sustainability at Les Enfants: Why We Choose Food-Grade Silicone Over Plastic for Baby Products
At Les Enfants, we are dedicated to providing safe, sustainable, and environmentally friendly products for your little ones. One of the key decisions we’ve made in our commitment to sustainability is choosing food-grade silicone over traditional plastic for our baby accessories.
What is Food-Grade Silicone?
Food-grade silicone is a non-toxic, BPA-free material that is made from silica, a natural resource found in sand. It is widely recognized for its durability, flexibility, and—most importantly—its safety when it comes to contact with food and skin. At Les Enfants, we ensure that all of our silicone products meet the highest safety standards, making them an ideal choice for your baby’s daily essentials.
Why We Prefer Food Grade or Premium Silicone ?
1. Safety First
Food-grade silicone is free from harmful chemicals often found in plastics, such as BPA, BPS, PVC, and phthalates. These chemicals can leach into food or liquids and are linked to various health issues, particularly for infants and children whose bodies are more vulnerable to toxins. Our silicone products are hypoallergenic, non-toxic, and completely safe for food contact, so you can feel confident that your baby is protected.
2. Durability and Longevity
Unlike plastic, which can break down, crack, or warp over time, silicone is highly durable. It can withstand high and low temperatures without degrading, making it perfect for baby products that need to endure daily use and washing. Silicone is also resistant to stains, odors, and bacteria buildup, offering a cleaner, safer alternative to plastic over the long term.
3. Eco-Friendly Choice
Plastic contributes significantly to global pollution and takes hundreds of years to decompose. In contrast, food-grade silicone is more sustainable. While it isn’t biodegradable, it lasts much longer than plastic, reducing the need for frequent replacements. This reduces waste in landfills and lessens the demand for disposable plastics.
4. Easy to Clean and Sterilize
One of the many benefits of silicone is its ease of cleaning. Whether you're using it for a baby cutlety, plates, bibs, or teething jewellery, silicone can be safely washed in the dishwasher, boiled, or sterilized without losing its shape or integrity. This makes it perfect for busy parents looking for low-maintenance, hygienic baby products.
5. Soft and Flexible for Little Hands
Silicone is naturally soft and flexible, making it gentle on your baby’s gums and skin. Whether it's a feeding accessory or a teething product, silicone offers the perfect combination of softness and durability to withstand the demands of little hands and mouths.
A Safer, Smarter Future for Our Babies and the Planet
At Les Enfants, we believe that sustainability starts with making smarter material choices. By opting for food-grade silicone instead of plastic, we’re offering a safer, more eco-conscious solution for families who want the best for their babies and the environment.
Explore our full range of sustainable baby products and discover why food-grade silicone is the better choice for your little one’s well-being.
At Les Enfants, we are dedicated to providing safe, sustainable, and environmentally friendly products for your little ones. One of the key decisions we’ve made in our commitment to sustainability is choosing food-grade silicone over traditional plastic for our baby accessories.
What is Food-Grade Silicone?
Food-grade silicone is a non-toxic, BPA-free material that is made from silica, a natural resource found in sand. It is widely recognized for its durability, flexibility, and—most importantly—its safety when it comes to contact with food and skin. At Les Enfants, we ensure that all of our silicone products meet the highest safety standards, making them an ideal choice for your baby’s daily essentials.
Why We Prefer Food Grade or Premium Silicone ?
1. Safety First
Food-grade silicone is free from harmful chemicals often found in plastics, such as BPA, BPS, PVC, and phthalates. These chemicals can leach into food or liquids and are linked to various health issues, particularly for infants and children whose bodies are more vulnerable to toxins. Our silicone products are hypoallergenic, non-toxic, and completely safe for food contact, so you can feel confident that your baby is protected.
2. Durability and Longevity
Unlike plastic, which can break down, crack, or warp over time, silicone is highly durable. It can withstand high and low temperatures without degrading, making it perfect for baby products that need to endure daily use and washing. Silicone is also resistant to stains, odors, and bacteria buildup, offering a cleaner, safer alternative to plastic over the long term.
3. Eco-Friendly Choice
Plastic contributes significantly to global pollution and takes hundreds of years to decompose. In contrast, food-grade silicone is more sustainable. While it isn’t biodegradable, it lasts much longer than plastic, reducing the need for frequent replacements. This reduces waste in landfills and lessens the demand for disposable plastics.
4. Easy to Clean and Sterilize
One of the many benefits of silicone is its ease of cleaning. Whether you're using it for a baby cutlety, plates, bibs, or teething jewellery, silicone can be safely washed in the dishwasher, boiled, or sterilized without losing its shape or integrity. This makes it perfect for busy parents looking for low-maintenance, hygienic baby products.
5. Soft and Flexible for Little Hands
Silicone is naturally soft and flexible, making it gentle on your baby’s gums and skin. Whether it's a feeding accessory or a teething product, silicone offers the perfect combination of softness and durability to withstand the demands of little hands and mouths.
A Safer, Smarter Future for Our Babies and the Planet
At Les Enfants, we believe that sustainability starts with making smarter material choices. By opting for food-grade silicone instead of plastic, we’re offering a safer, more eco-conscious solution for families who want the best for their babies and the environment.
Explore our full range of sustainable baby products and discover why food-grade silicone is the better choice for your little one’s well-being.