Child-resistant packaging

Child-resistant packaging or CR packaging is a type of packaging that is designed to be difficult for children to open, but not for adults. This is to prevent children from ingesting dangerous items, such as certain types of medication or chemicals.

History

The concept of child-resistant packaging has been around for many years. The first patent for a child-resistant cap was granted in 1967 to Dr. Henri Breault. The Poison Prevention Packaging Act of 1970 in the United States mandated the use of child-resistant packaging for prescription drugs, over-the-counter medication, household chemicals, and other potentially harmful substances.

Design

Child-resistant packaging is designed to be difficult for a child to open, but not for an adult. This is typically achieved by using a design that requires a certain level of strength, dexterity, or cognitive ability to open. Examples include push-and-turn caps, squeeze-and-turn caps, and dual-action caps.

Effectiveness

Studies have shown that child-resistant packaging can be effective in preventing accidental poisonings in children. However, it is not foolproof, and it is still important for parents and caregivers to store potentially harmful substances out of reach of children.

Criticism

While child-resistant packaging has been shown to be effective, it has also been criticized for being difficult for some adults to open, particularly the elderly or those with disabilities. Some have also argued that it gives parents a false sense of security, leading them to be less vigilant about storing potentially harmful substances out of reach of children.

See also

• Poison Prevention Packaging Act
• Packaging and labeling
• Child safety

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