Yet another victory and more good news for toy safety happened to day, with a judge ruling that toys and baby products with pthalates must be removed from the shelves. “Today’s victory gives parents the certainty Congress tried to provide in the first place – that their children are safe from harmful chemicals in their toys,” said Aaron Colangelo, NRDC attorney. “This is a big win for children’s health and consumer safety.” The NRDC filed a lawsuit against the CPSC in December after a loophole ... continue reading...
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The Crafters are Organizing and they are Furious: CPSIA Backlash
When I think of crafters, I imagine women of a certain age with sensible shoes sitting in wallpapered living rooms. They have a crochet needle in one hand and a cat rubbing at their ankle. The Consumer Product Safety Commission probably thinks the same way. But wait, they'll change their tune. Come Wednesday, the US will see crafters differently. Crafters are coming together on Wednesday and for a blog-in to talk to the CPSIA about the negative ramifications of a new law that's scheduled ... continue reading...
Confused About Product Recalls?
One thing I have noticed from the comments left by our readers is there is a lot of confusion regarding product recalls. Often different news organizations, blogs, the CPSC, and companies have conflicting information about recalls. From the peanut butter recall to lead in toys, parents are searching for information to keep their children safe and protected from dangerous products. Parents.com has just launched a Toy and Recall Finder where parents can discover and follow up on product recalls. ... continue reading...
Consumer Product Safety Information Act Update: Eco Child's Play Makes ZapRoot
We are honored to be featured on ZapRoot for discussing the Consumer Product Saftey Information Act (CPSIA); however, we have new information to share. Today, members of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce submitted a letter to chair Henry Waxman requesting a hearing to explore how CPSIA will affect small business, according to Z Recommends. ... continue reading...
Baby Essentials That Aren’t, Part 1: Cribs
Open any pregnancy or baby book, and you'll find that list: the baby essentials, the things you absolutely cannot live without. While many accessories are easily recognized as frivolous, certain items are truly indispensable: the basic necessities for life with a baby. Or are they? In this weekly series, we'll be looking at several baby essentials that really aren't. They may be useful in certain situations, but if money or space is tight, or if you're just looking to simplify and ... continue reading...
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