Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Dishwasher safe
Booster
40-120 lbs
LATCH compatible
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Best Non-Toxic Car Seats
We vetted car seats against the Welpr Standard and here are our top picks.
Cofounder & Product Curator
Medical Reviewer, PhD
Here's what we look for:
- Natural materials like organic cotton and wool, or certified-safe synthetics
- Always free from PFAS, flame retardants, formaldehyde, BPA, and phthalates
- Trusted third-party certifications like GREENGUARD
- Brands that are transparent about materials and manufacturing
Best Non-Toxic Car Seats
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Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Recycled materials
Dishwasher safe
1 year warranty
All-in-one
5-100 lbs
LATCH compatible
Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Dishwasher safe
All-in-one
5-100 lbs
LATCH compatible
Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Dishwasher safe
Convertible
5-40 lbs
LATCH compatible
Certifications
Free From
Highlights
EU safety standards
Infant
4-30 lbs
LATCH compatible
Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Hypoallergenic
Dishwasher safe
10 year warranty
Lifetime warranty
Convertible
14-65 lbs
LATCH compatible
Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Made in Canada
Hypoallergenic
Lifetime warranty
Convertible
14-65 lbs
LATCH compatible
How to Swap to Non-Toxic car seats:
Here's how to swap to non-toxic car seats:
What to know about car seats
Car seats are made with foam padding, fabric covers, and plastic shells — all of which can contain materials worth paying attention to. Since babies spend a lot of time in car seats and their skin and airways are still developing, the materials matter more than you might expect.
- Foam padding can contain flame retardants and release VOCs (gases from synthetic materials), especially when new or in a hot car.
- Fabric covers that sit against your baby's skin may be treated with chemical coatings or made from synthetic materials that can off-gas over time.
Check your current car seat
Look up your car seat's brand and model to find out what it's made of. Check the manufacturer's website or product listing for details on the foam, fabric, and any certifications.
- Look for CertiPUR-US® or GREENGUARD Gold certification on the foam — these confirm the seat is free from flame retardants, formaldehyde, and high VOC levels.
- Check whether the fabric is organic cotton, wool, or another natural fiber, and whether the brand discloses being free from PFAS and flame retardants.
Use your current car seat more safely
If you're not ready to replace your car seat right away, a few simple habits can reduce your baby's exposure to off-gassing and surface chemicals.
- On hot days, open the car doors or windows for a few minutes before putting your baby in — heat increases off-gassing from foam and plastic.
- If the fabric cover is removable and washable, wash it before first use and periodically after to help reduce surface residues.
Choose a cleaner car seat
Look for car seats with certified foam and natural or clearly disclosed fabrics. The best options use CertiPUR-US® or GREENGUARD Gold certified foam and cover fabrics free from PFAS and flame retardants.
- Prioritize brands that are transparent about every material — if a company won't disclose what's in the foam or fabric, that's a reason to keep looking.
- Click the button above to shop Welpr Approved car seats.
Camille May
Cofounder & Product Curator
Camille May is the co-creator of Welpr and a guide for clean living. After selling her last company in the health food space, she went non-toxic while working to heal an autoimmune condition....
Olushola M. Awoyemi
Medical Reviewer, PhD
Olushola M. Awoyemi (aka Shola) is a board-certified toxicologist and a research scientist with a PhD in Environmental Toxicology. Shola's long-term ambition is to be recognized as a world-renowned expert in toxicology,...