Baby Bottle Nipples

Baby bottle nipples may wear out over time. Nipple tears or holes can appear with age and exposure to heat, certain foods, and sunlight.

Safety Tips

• Inspect baby bottle nipples before and after each use.
• Discard bottle nipples showing signs of wear and tear immediately: a child could choke on broken nipple pieces.
• Altering the baby bottle nipple hole is not recommended; doing so may make the bottle nipple more likely to tear, causing small pieces to break off.
• Ensure that baby feeding equipment, including bottle nipples, are cleaned before use.
• If your child is teething, consider replacing your bottle nipples more often.

For more information

General information about the safe use of children's products:

• Government of Canada Protects Families with Bisphenol A Regulations
  Information on how the Government of Canada is protecting consumers from Bisphenol A (BPA) found in products, such as baby bottles.
• Is Your Child Safe?
  A practical guide to help parents keep their children safe and avoid common childhood hazards.
• Safety with Radar
  An activity booklet for children, highlighting key safety messages.
• Information for Shoppers of Second-hand Products
  This guide helps shoppers to be aware of potential hazards that second-hand products may pose.
• For Industry and Professionals
  An index page providing information on related guidance and regulations intended for industry and professional audiences.