Recently Recalled Toys – How to Stay in the Know

Build-a-Bear Beach Chairs have recently recalled over 250,000 folding chairs due to a laceration danger. This is just one recall of many this year: how can you keep up?  In this article I explore easy ways for concerned parents to stay on top of the news in regards to toy recalls. The good news is that many companies are stepping up to be compliant with the CPSC toy safety regulations for 2010.  The safety enforcement was set to begin in... 

Toxic Toys Still on Shelves Despite New Toy Safety Act

Scientific American has reported that toys containing toxic phthalates may still be on shelves in the United States because the federal government has yet to enforce the new Children’s Safety Product Act.  Read More →

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... 

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