90% of toys are made from a non-biodegradable material

Behind every toy lovingly gifted to a child, there’s not only a story of how it was made — but also of what it will leave behind in the natural world.
More than 90% of toys on the market are made from materials that do not biodegrade, most commonly petroleum-based plastic.

Once they’ve lost their appeal to the child — often in just a few months — these toys end up in bins and landfills. There, they may remain for hundreds of years, breaking down slowly into microplastics and toxic substances. 

Nature pays the price for short-lived fun

Many toys today:

-Are made from mixed plastics, synthetic dyes, and coatings that cannot be recycled

-Are designed to match short attention spans, not for longevity or lasting educational value

-Have low production cost but high environmental impact

What can we do about it?

Conscious toy choices are a key part of sustainable parenting.
When we choose toys made from natural or biodegradable materials, we step toward a cleaner planet — and a better future for our children.

PLA Toys – A Smarter Choice

Materials like PLA (Polylactic Acid), used by responsible makers like Print Toys Studio, offer a biodegradable and non-toxic alternative to traditional plastic.

Made from renewable plant sources (like corn starch), PLA breaks down significantly faster under industrial composting conditions — and doesn’t leave behind harmful microplastics.

Every choice matters.
A toy can be more than just entertainment — It can be a message of care, responsibility, and respect for the world our children will grow up in.