safe substances
[/seɪf ˈsʌbstənsɪz/]
noun phrasepl: safe substances
substâncias seguras
1. Materials, chemicals, or compounds that have been determined to pose minimal risk to human health or the environment when used as directed
The pharmaceutical company only uses safe substances in their medications.
A empresa farmacêutica utiliza apenas substâncias seguras em seus medicamentos.
2. Substances that meet regulatory standards and safety requirements established by health and safety authorities
All food additives must be safe substances approved by the FDA.
Todos os aditivos alimentares devem ser substâncias seguras aprovadas pela FDA.
3. Non-toxic or low-toxicity materials suitable for use in households, workplaces, or consumer products
Parents prefer toys made with safe substances that won't harm their children.
Os pais preferem brinquedos feitos com substâncias seguras que não prejudiquem seus filhos.
In both Brazil and the USA, 'safe substances' reflects growing consumer and environmental consciousness. In Brazil, regulatory frameworks like ANVISA (Agência Nacional de Vigilância Sanitária) establish what qualifies as safe. In the USA, the FDA and EPA set these standards. The term is increasingly important in marketing, with companies highlighting the use of safe substances as a selling point for health-conscious consumers.
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