GREENGUARD Environmental Institute certifies products and materials through a nine-step process for low chemical emissions, including VOCs.
GREENGUARD Gold is awarded to low or non-existent chemical emission items. These items are screened against 10,000 chemicals and VOCs and are safe for sensitive individuals.
VOCs (Volatile organic compounds) are chemicals from specific solids or liquids (like wax, paints and varnishes) that can be emitted as gas. It has been proven that this easily inhaled chemical may lead to cancer, liver, and kidney diseases.
Phthalates disrupt the body's hormones and some are known carcinogens. The chemicals from baby gear and wallpaper can be ingested, inhaled or absorbed.
BPA [bisphenol A] is an industrial chemical found in plastic, epoxy resins, and even food and water containers. This chemical has been linked to adverse health effects in fetuses, newborns and children.
Formaldehyde is something you want to stay away from because it is a cancerous, strong-smelling, colorless gas commonly found in pressed-wood products.
PFAS-free baby products do not contain poly-fluorinated alkyl substances which are a group of around 4,700 industrial chemicals that can be found everywhere around us.
Fire retardants are chemicals that are often sprayed onto car seats and baby products to make them fire resistant. But, these poisonous chemicals are known to cause hormone disruption, neurological damage and even cancer.
Meet the UPPAbaby Aria, the lightest infant car seat on the market. At just under 6lbs (excluding the canopy and infant insert), this lightweight but mighty seat packs a punch with advanced safety features such as side impact protection, load leg and Anti-Rebound+ panel. Thanks to the SmartSecure System with a red-to-green visual indicator, installation is easy and intuitive, and the car seat can even be used without a base, thanks to the EU routing for a secure installation! The Aria is safe not only for car rides but for your little one's health as well - the car seat is made with GREENGuard Gold Certified Dualtech fabrics and contains no fire retardants, ensuring that your baby is not exposed to any nasty chemicals.
The UPPAbaby Aria is designed to grow with the baby and provide a customized and precise fit at all times. The 2-piece infant insert ensures proper body positioning and is thoughtfully engineered to accommodate preemie babies weighing as little as 4lbs, all up to 4 months of age. With the infinite adjust headrest and no-rethread 5-point harness, positioning your little one properly inside the car seat is a breeze.
The Aria features an extra-large full-coverage canopy with UPF 25+ protection and an extended pop out canopy for extra coverage. The back panels provide additional ventilation and airflow, and the seat features storage pockets for harness buckles.
At just 17" wide, you can easily fit three across in most vehicles - a perfect solution for bigger families!
Specifications:
- Direct attachment to UPPAbaby Vista and Cruz series strollers; adapters available for the UPPAbaby Minu and Ridge
Dimensions:
- Car seat dimensions: 24.5" L x 17" W x 18.5" H (23.5" with handlebar at highest position)
- Car seat weight: 6 lbs (18.6 lbs with base)
- Suitable for use: from 0 - 1 year, 4 - 35 lbs or 32" in height