smiling planet's children's dinnerware is made from safe, 100% recycled, 100% recyclable, medical-grade, high purity, number #5 polypropylene. the products are CPSIA-compliant, use non-toxic inks, and are free of BPA, phthalates, PVC, and lead. Number #5 polypropylene is regarded as a safe plastic by such leading authorities as healthy child healthy world. dishwasher safe. we do not recommend microwaving. our childrens tableware is made outside of san francisco, california. “there are so many misconceptions about plastics in the market. the public needs to be clear about what’s safe, and what’s not, and it’s our mission to help educate them – and support vendors who offer better alternatives,” said christopher gavigan, chief executive officer of healthy child healthy world. “we’ve long advocated for parents to stop using dinnerware that contains melamine, BPA, and other harmful plastics, and instead look for safe alternatives like smiling planet. we’re proud to recommend smiling planet’s plates and bowls to parents everywhere.”