What diapers are safe? Here’s Our Verdict

Attitude Little Ones Eco Diapers

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Last reviewed September 16, 2026

Quick verdict

A 2023 independent test found 60 ppm organic fluorine (a PFAS marker) on the inner, skin-contact layer — the highest result among eco-marketed diapers in that round of testing.

Check the package version: the research does not yet confirm an exact match to every current product. See version details.

The reported fluorine test predates the September-2024 EWG record/current formulation evidence. Manufacturer warns that formulations/products can evolve and package information should be checked. See the full research below.

Good / Caution / Avoid

Avoid: A 2023 independent test found 60 ppm organic fluorine (a PFAS marker) on the inner, skin-contact layer — the highest result among eco-marketed diapers in that round of testing.
A confirmed detection, not disputed — disqualifying under our standard regardless of the brand’s other environmental claims.
Good: Manufacturer currently publishes unusually detailed percentage-based material construction.
Current EWG product record located.

Read the original editorial assessment

Verdict: Avoid. Current package matching remains unresolved; read the newer evidence below.

Returned an organic-fluorine (a PFAS marker) detection of 60 parts per million on the inner (skin-contact) layer in 2023 independent lab testing — the highest result among diapers marketed on eco/green credentials in that round of testing, and disqualifying under our standard regardless of the brand's other environmental claims.

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Materials & ingredients

Factors flagged in the editorial review. Expand the research below for full formulation records, functions and sources.

Material or ingredient	What it is	Concern level	Why it's flagged here
PFAS	PFAS ("per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances") is a family of thousands of manufactured chemicals that share a carbon-fluorine backbone, one of the strongest bonds in organic chemistry.	Avoid entirely	A confirmed detection, not a disputed one — disqualifying under our standard regardless of the brand's other environmental claims.

What's disclosed in our research

Materials disclosed by the manufacturer or a retailer, as captured in our research — not the same as the flagged-concerns table above, and not asserted here as a complete or currently-verified ingredient list unless noted. See the full research below for sources and limitations.

Component	Material	Touches skin?	Function
Topsheet	Bamboo fiber (100%)	Yes	Skin-contact topsheet
Absorbent core	Sodium polyacrylate (57.4%)	No	Superabsorbent core material
Absorbent core	Wood pulp (33%)	No	Absorbent core material
Absorbent core	Polypropylene (9.6%)	No	Core structural material
Leg cuffs	Polypropylene (50%)	Yes	Leak-control cuff
Leg cuffs	Polytetrahydrofuran (50%)	Yes	Elastic/stretch component
Closing system	Polypropylene (40%)	No	Fastening structure
Closing system	Adhesive (40%)	No	Bonding
Closing system	Polytetrahydrofuran (20%)	No	Elastic/stretch component
Adhesive	Petroleum resin (100%)	No	Assembly/bonding
Backsheet	Bamboo fabric (70.7%)	No	Outer layer
Backsheet	Polyethylene (29%)	No	Moisture barrier
Backsheet	Printed ink (0.3%)	No	External printing
Printed ink	Pigment Blue 15 (48% of ink)	No	Blue pigment
Printed ink	Polyacrylic acid (48% of ink)	No	Binder/dispersant
Printed ink	Water (2% of ink)	No	Carrier
Printed ink	Polyethylene (1.8% of ink)	No	Ink/polymer component
Printed ink	Aminomethyl propanol (0.2% of ink)	No	pH adjuster / neutralizer

Testing history

Source	Date	Tested for	Result
Independent lab testing	2023	Organic fluorine (a PFAS marker) (inner/skin-contact layer)	60 ppm detected — the highest result among eco/green-marketed diapers in that round of testing

Explore the research

Research record last verified: 2026-09-16.

This evidence file is still being deepened with citations and package-version detail — the published verdict above already reflects everything gathered so far, and doesn't change as that detail is filled in.

What you should know

A Size 1-2 sample was reported at 60 ppm organic fluorine on the inside; exact match to the current formulation is unresolved.

What's still uncertain

Need exact current package/SKU and formulation match to the tested sample.
Exact current OEKO-TEX certificate number remains pending.

Exact product identity

Technical detail — Exact product identity

Canonical Product Name: Attitude Little Ones Eco Diapers
Category: Diapers
Region: United States / North America
Brand: ATTITUDE
Market Status: current
Exact Variant: Baby Leaves / eco-conscious disposable diapers
Package Generation: Current manufacturer formulation appears newer than the tested Size 1-2 sample
Aliases: ATTITUDE Baby Leaves Diapers
ATTITUDE Eco Diapers Couches Baby Diapers

Formulations, ingredients & materials

Technical detail — Formulations, ingredients & materials

Formulation Id
ATTITUDE-CURRENT-MFR
Status
probably_current
Region
North America
Variant
Baby Leaves / eco-conscious disposable diapers
Materials
- Component
  Topsheet
  Material
  Bamboo fiber
  Percentage
  100%
  Function
  Skin-contact topsheet
  Skin Contact
  Yes
  Source Ids
  ATTITUDE (ATT-S1)
- Component
  Absorbent core
  Material
  Sodium polyacrylate
  Percentage
  57.4%
  Function
  Superabsorbent core material
  Skin Contact
  No
  Source Ids
  ATTITUDE (ATT-S1)
- Component
  Absorbent core
  Material
  Wood pulp
  Percentage
  33%
  Function
  Absorbent core material
  Skin Contact
  No
  Notes
  Manufacturer describes pulp as FSC-certified and Totally Chlorine-Free.
  Source Ids
  ATTITUDE (ATT-S1)
- Component
  Absorbent core
  Material
  Polypropylene
  Percentage
  9.6%
  Function
  Core structural material
  Skin Contact
  No
  Source Ids
  ATTITUDE (ATT-S1)
- Component
  Leg cuffs
  Material
  Polypropylene
  Percentage
  50%
  Function
  Leak-control cuff
  Skin Contact
  Yes
  Source Ids
  ATTITUDE (ATT-S1)
- Component
  Leg cuffs
  Material
  Polytetrahydrofuran
  Percentage
  50%
  Function
  Elastic/stretch component
  Skin Contact
  Yes
  Source Ids
  ATTITUDE (ATT-S1)
- Component
  Closing system
  Material
  Polypropylene
  Percentage
  40%
  Function
  Fastening structure
  Skin Contact
  No
  Source Ids
  ATTITUDE (ATT-S1)
- Component
  Closing system
  Material
  Adhesive
  Percentage
  40%
  Function
  Bonding
  Skin Contact
  No
  Source Ids
  ATTITUDE (ATT-S1)
- Component
  Closing system
  Material
  Polytetrahydrofuran
  Percentage
  20%
  Function
  Elastic/stretch component
  Skin Contact
  No
  Source Ids
  ATTITUDE (ATT-S1)
- Component
  Adhesive
  Material
  Petroleum resin
  Percentage
  100%
  Function
  Assembly/bonding
  Skin Contact
  No
  Source Ids
  ATTITUDE (ATT-S1)
- Component
  Backsheet
  Material
  Bamboo fabric
  Percentage
  70.7%
  Function
  Outer layer
  Skin Contact
  No
  Source Ids
  ATTITUDE (ATT-S1)
- Component
  Backsheet
  Material
  Polyethylene
  Percentage
  29%
  Function
  Moisture barrier
  Skin Contact
  No
  Source Ids
  ATTITUDE (ATT-S1)
- Component
  Backsheet
  Material
  Printed ink
  Percentage
  0.3%
  Function
  External printing
  Skin Contact
  No
  Source Ids
  ATTITUDE (ATT-S1)
- Component
  Printed ink
  Material
  Pigment Blue 15
  Percentage
  48% of ink
  Function
  Blue pigment
  Skin Contact
  No
  Source Ids
  ATTITUDE (ATT-S1)
- Component
  Printed ink
  Material
  Polyacrylic acid
  Percentage
  48% of ink
  Function
  Binder/dispersant
  Skin Contact
  No
  Source Ids
  ATTITUDE (ATT-S1)
- Component
  Printed ink
  Material
  Water
  Percentage
  2% of ink
  Function
  Carrier
  Skin Contact
  No
  Source Ids
  ATTITUDE (ATT-S1)
- Component
  Printed ink
  Material
  Polyethylene
  Percentage
  1.8% of ink
  Function
  Ink/polymer component
  Skin Contact
  No
  Source Ids
  ATTITUDE (ATT-S1)
- Component
  Printed ink
  Material
  Aminomethyl propanol
  Percentage
  0.2% of ink
  Function
  pH adjuster / neutralizer
  Skin Contact
  No
  Source Ids
  ATTITUDE (ATT-S1)
Source Ids
- ATTITUDE (ATT-S1)
- Environmental Working Group (ATT-S2)

Presence and absence claims

Technical detail — Presence and absence claims

Substance Or Property
Added fragrance
Status
manufacturer_says_not_intentionally_added
Scope
Current product claim
Source Ids
- ATTITUDE (ATT-S1)
Substance Or Property
Totally Chlorine-Free pulp
Status
manufacturer_claim
Scope
Wood pulp
Source Ids
- ATTITUDE (ATT-S1)

Testing: methods, samples & results

The tested Size 1-2 sample had 60 ppm organic fluorine on the inside and an outside non-detect above the 10 ppm reporting capability. This screen does not identify a specific PFAS compound.

Technical detail

Test Category
organic_fluorine_screen
Interpretation
The tested Size 1-2 sample had 60 ppm organic fluorine on the inside and an outside non-detect above the 10 ppm reporting capability. This screen does not identify a specific PFAS compound.
Exact Product
ATTITUDE Eco Diapers Couches Baby Diapers Size 1-2
Test Id
ATTITUDE-MAMAVATION-SIZE1-2
Organization
Mamavation
Laboratory
EPA-certified laboratory; exact lab not captured in current record
Test Date
2024-04-29 update
Method
Organic-fluorine screening as described in Mamavation diaper investigation
Analytes
- Analyte
  Organic fluorine - inside
  Result
  60
  Unit
  ppm
  Reporting Limit
  10 ppm
  Detection Status
  detected
- Analyte
  Organic fluorine - outside
  Result
  Non-detect
  Unit
  ppm
  Reporting Limit
  10 ppm
  Detection Status
  not_detected_above_reporting_capability
Limitations
- Exact match to the later September-2024 EWG-reviewed/current formulation has not been established.
- Organic fluorine screening does not identify which fluorinated compound(s) caused the signal.
Source Ids
- Mamavation (ATT-S3)

Certifications: scope & limitations

Certifications reviewed: EWG Verified, OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100, FSC. Does not establish that every production lot is analytically free of unintended contaminants. Exact active certificate number has not yet been independently verified in this record.

Technical detail

Certification
EWG Verified
Status
current_record_located
Certifying Body
Environmental Working Group
Product Scope
ATTITUDE Baby Leaves Diapers Midi Size 3 and multiple current ATTITUDE diaper products
Date Verified
2026-09-16
Does Not Establish
- Does not establish that every production lot is analytically free of unintended contaminants.
Source Ids
- Environmental Working Group (ATT-S2)
Certification
OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100
Status
manufacturer_claim_exact_certificate_pending
Certifying Body
OEKO-TEX
Date Verified
2026-09-16
Does Not Establish
- Exact active certificate number has not yet been independently verified in this record.
Source Ids
- ATTITUDE (ATT-S1)
Certification
FSC
Status
manufacturer_claim
Certifying Body
Forest Stewardship Council
Product Scope
Wood pulp
Date Verified
2026-09-16
Source Ids
- ATTITUDE (ATT-S1)

Evidence assessment & uncertainty

Technical detail — Evidence assessment & uncertainty

Positive Attributes: Manufacturer currently publishes unusually detailed percentage-based material construction.
Current EWG product record located.
Important Concerns: A Size 1-2 sample was reported at 60 ppm organic fluorine on the inside; exact match to the current formulation is unresolved.
Uncertainties: Need exact current package/SKU and formulation match to the tested sample.
Exact current OEKO-TEX certificate number remains pending.
Unverified Claims: No entries recorded

Formulation verification

The current package still needs to be matched to this evidence because: The reported fluorine test predates the September-2024 EWG record/current formulation evidence. Manufacturer warns that formulations/products can evolve and package information should be checked.

Technical detail

Formulation Verification Required: Yes
Reasons: The reported fluorine test predates the September-2024 EWG record/current formulation evidence.
Manufacturer warns that formulations/products can evolve and package information should be checked.
Package Evidence Needed: Current U.S. package materials panel
UPC/GTIN
OEKO-TEX certificate/label number
lot/manufacturing code

Sources & provenance (3)

Source Id
ATT-S1
Title
Baby Leaves / eco-conscious disposable diapers product page
URL
https://ca.attitudeliving.com/products/diapers
Source Type
manufacturer
Organization
ATTITUDE
Publication Date
Not recorded
Update Date
Not recorded
Access Date
2026-09-16
Primary Source
Yes
Exact Product Match
probable
What It Establishes
Current percentage-based diaper construction, TCF/FSC pulp and current manufacturer claims.
Limitations
Regional page; current package should still be checked.
Source Id
ATT-S2
Title
ATTITUDE Baby Leaves Diapers Midi Size 3
URL
https://www.ewg.org/skindeep/products/8468596-ATTITUDE_Baby_Leaves_Diapers_Midi_size_3/
Source Type
certification_database
Organization
Environmental Working Group
Publication Date
Not recorded
Update Date
2024-09
Access Date
2026-09-16
Primary Source
Yes
Exact Product Match
exact
What It Establishes
EWG Verified Size 3 record and material list consistent with current manufacturer disclosure.
Limitations
Size-specific 2024 record.
Source Id
ATT-S3
Title
Disposable diaper and baby wipes investigation
URL
https://mamavation.com/product-investigations/non-toxic-baby-care-disposable-diaper-and-baby-wipes-investigation.html
Source Type
independent_testing_report
Organization
Mamavation
Publication Date
Not recorded
Update Date
2024-04-29
Access Date
2026-09-16
Primary Source
No
Exact Product Match
probable
What It Establishes
Reported 60 ppm organic fluorine inside and outside non-detect for ATTITUDE Size 1-2 sample.
Limitations
Tested generation may not match current 2024/2026 formulation.

Ingredient & material research library · How we assess evidence

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Final verdict against our diapers standard

This is the published editorial verdict. Read the formulation caveats and working research above; the imported evidence has not automatically re-scored this product.

Avoid Published as Avoid under the published standard for diapers, based on the specific, dated findings above. That standard was written before this or any other product on the page was evaluated, and doesn't change to fit a favorite — see the full site-wide standard for how every category is held to the same process.