Did you know that some backpacks contain harmful chemicals that can leach into your child’s skin? Yikes! As parents, we’re always on the lookout for ways to keep our little ones safe and healthy. That’s why non-toxic backpacks are becoming a must-have for ingredient-savvy mamas like you and me.
In this guide, I’m sharing safer, stylish, and sustainable backpacks that’ll have your kids excited for their next adventure, whether it’s a trip to the park or their first day of school. Let’s dive in!
What to Look for in a Low-Tox Kids Backpack
The process isn’t perfect, but my selection criteria for this article was based on what I would realistically find online + what would hold up to a little toddler or a schoolyear. For me, that meant deprioritizing synthetic-exterior backpacks, brands that promote the water-durability, and anything that just didn’t seem to make sense for children.
There still aren’t that many Oeko-Tex backpacks out there, so the selection was somewhat limited. However, I did find some better brands that I would personally feel good about using!
Our Picks for Low-Tox Kids Backpacks
Rylee + Cru Cotton Backpacks — adorable, stylish, and made from cotton
SoYoung Backpacks — probably known more for their lunch bags, SoYoung also makes cleaner backpacks that are perfect for kids!
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Minnow Backpacks — adorable and made from cotton (with a synthetic inner with polyethylene coating)
FLUF Backpacks — made from organic cotton, kid-sized, and cute!
Pottery Barn Kids — PBK backpacks come in so many styles, sizes, and designs that you’re sure to find something for your little one! Please note that Mamavation tested a PBK backpack and it came back non-detect on the outside for PFAS but did test positive on the inside.
Milinane Backpacks — 100% cotton and perfect for littles
Deuter Backpacks — these backpacks are stylish and PFAS-free. I love the panda backpack!
TRIXIE Backpacks — so cute and perfect for toddlers, these backpacks come in animal designs and with fun colors. They are made from 100% recycled cotton but do feature a water-repellant coating (no info available).
Fjallraven Backpacks — this brand is highly aware and responsible when it comes to choosing textiles and holds themselves to Swedish Chemicals Group standards.
Vera Bradley Cotton Backpacks — made from 50% recycled cotton fibers
Ten Little Backpacks — Oeko-Tex certified and adorable for younger kiddos!
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