Recently Recalled Toys – How to Stay in the Know

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Toxic Toys Still on Shelves Despite New Toy Safety Act

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Razor Powerwing Recall Announced

Razor has agreed to a voluntary recall of 100,000 of their popular Razor® PowerWing™ Three-Wheeled Scooters last week.  The reason for the recall is the apparent laceration hazard on the underside of the scooter due to sharp metal edges.  Read More →

HABA Toys Voluntary Recall

HABA Toys has issued a press release detailing the voluntary recall of some of its popular toys due to the possibility they could contain choking hazards.  We encourage everyone to find out more information and inquire about refunds here. Here are the toys recalled; so far no injuries have been reported.  Read More →

US Bans Lead Toys and Phthalates

In case you missed the headlines, the US House voted 424-1 to ban lead toys.  This is an important piece of legislation known as the Children’s Product Safety Act.  Not only does it ensure that lead paint will never come into contact with our children’s mouths again, but it also outlines some strict guidelines for third-party evaluations of toy safety. The ruling also passed a ban against six different kinds of phthalates -  which are plastics... 

Toy Safety: Doing Your Own Checks

Nowadays toy safety is a greater concern than ever. After last years extensive recalls of toys manufactured in China, parents are doing everything they can to make sure that the toys the buy for their children are safe. But many consumers have little trust for the toy industry’s checks on itself, and are taking responsibility for checking the safety of their kids’ toys. Here are some of the most important things to look out for when investigating... 

The Toy Industry’s Safety Certification Program

The Toy Industry Association, together with consumers, government, manufacturers, and retailers, have now unveiled plans for a new toy safety certification program in an attempt to enhance toy safety and restore consumer confidence. After last year’s record number of toy recalls, this new program would implement a comprehensive system or accreditation to ensure that toys sold in the United States adhere to federal and international safety standards. The... 

HABA and Product Safety

Something a toy company must always balance is the value of the product versus the cost of production.  Even with quality wood toys, safety and inspection have to be an integral part of the process. Because of rising demand for wood and labor, many makers of wood toys like HABA have found that some toys are too expensive to make at their headquarters. We respect HABA for their transparency about which products are made overseas, as well as the care... 

Proposed Toy Safety Act in the Works

The latest toy headlines – toys with lead, toys with reproductive toxins – may have contributed to the US Senate proposal of a “toy safety act,” according to the New York Times. Led by Democratic senators from New York and Connecticut, the proposed measure is called the Children’s Product Safety Act. Look for its effect on toy shelves near you. The legislature is hoping to undermine a tendency we blogged about here... 

Phthalates, Plastics, and Baby Toys

As reported by the Chicago Tribune earlier this week, the journal Pediatrics just announced new evidence that a common additive in baby toys may be linked to future reproductive damage in infants. The additive is a class of polymers known as phthalates. These chemicals are generally used to soften plastic, or to make products feel more smooth and creamy.  Read More →

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