Graco 4Ever DLX 4-in-1 Car Seat (has flame retardants, read more)

THIS CAR SEAT DOES USE FLAME RETARDANTS! I am just adding this as a more affordable option + they are GreenGuard Gold Certified (low VOCs). This option is for the people who are looking for a lower lower tox option! This does NOT mean I recommend the entire brand as a lower lower tox option. Just this specific chair. -Destiny

*NOTE FOR PARENTS: If you're getting an all-in-one car seat, just remember you will have to remove baby from this car seat each time unlike a newborn seat

Rear-facing harness (4–40 lb) to forward-facing harness (22–65 lb) to Highback belt-positioning booster (40–100 lb) to Backless belt-positioning booster (40–120 lb)

Materials: 

• Polyester and nylon fabrics (BPA-free, phthalate-free), EPS foam, Nylon webbing, High-strength plastic for the base and structure

"Graco has taken steps to address concerns about harmful chemicals in car seats by using safer flame retardant alternatives. While the company does use flame retardants, Graco mentions that they use less toxic flame retardants in the materials of the 4Ever DLX, especially in the fabrics and foam. This is part of their effort to reduce the exposure to harmful chemicals like PBDEs (polybrominated diphenyl ethers) and TDCPP (a type of organophosphate flame retardant).

Graco also uses non-toxic materials in the fabrics and construction of the seat, aiming to reduce the presence of substances like BPA and phthalates.

GreenGuard Gold Certified, which means it has undergone testing for chemical emissions, including the levels of flame retardants, to ensure they meet stricter environmental standards for indoor air quality"

Benefits: 

• Graco’s exclusive InRight™ LATCH provides an easy, one-second attachment with an audible click to help ensure secure installation
• Integrated belt lock-off for easy vehicle seat belt installation
• Rapid Remove machine-washable cover removes in 60 seconds, without uninstalling the seat
• Rubberized fuss-free harness storage for a no-slip grip to get your child in and out easily
• Harness storage compartment keeps the harness safely stored while in belt-positioning booster mode
• Steel-reinforced frame provides strength and durability
• Removable, plush head and body inserts help to keep your infant feeling cradled and comfortable
• 2 easy-to-clean cup holders keep your child's drinks and snacks close at hand
• Engineered & crash tested to meet or exceed US standard FMVSS 213
• Side-impact tested for occupant retention with the built-in 5-point harness system
• Rear-impact tested based on the European Rear-Impact Crash Pulse
• Be sure to check your local and state laws, as well as AAP and NHTSA recommendations, for car seat usage

Graco:

⭐️ Graco has a strong focus on safety and compliance with federal regulations for child restraint systems. The company adheres to strict standards to ensure that each car seat passes rigorous safety tests, including crash simulations.

⭐️ Graco was founded in 1942 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

⭐️ In 2005, Graco was acquired by Newell Rubbermaid, which later became Newell Brands

Made in the USA 🇺🇸 (some of their components may be sourced from global suppliers)