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from Angus Reid

Acting to Substitute Plastic Products

Vast majority is concerned that plastic goods may be toxic; half are already switching to glass and metal products.

Fears that products made of plastic may be toxic are driving more of us away from this popular material, our recent poll has found. In the online survey of a representative national sample of Angus Reid Forum members, two-thirds of you (68%) are worried about the possibility that products made of plastic contain toxic agents—with 23 per cent are extremely concerned. Over two-in-five members (41%) say they are now using less products made of plastic—such as water bottles or food containers—than last year. Half of you (50%) also say you have taken concrete steps to substitute products made of plastic with goods made of other materials such as glass or metal. Of those who have not taken any such steps, one-in-four (26%) say they will try to replace plastic products within the next few months.
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