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CPSC Clarifies Requirements of New Children's Product Safety Laws Taking Effect in February

CPSC Clarifies Requirements of New Children's Product Safety Laws Taking Effect in February
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In February 2009, new requirements of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) take effect. Manufacturers, importers and retailers are expected to comply with the new Congressionally-mandated laws. Beginning February 10, 2009, children's products cannot be sold if they contain more than 600 parts per million (ppm) total lead. Certain children's products manufactured on or after February 10, 2009 cannot be sold if they contain more than 0.1 percent of certain specific phthalates or if they fail to meet new mandatory standards for toys. The new law requires that domestic manufacturers and importers certify that children's products made after February 10 meet all the new safety standards and the lead ban. Sellers of used children's products, such as thrift stores and consignment stores, are not required to certify that those products meet the new lead limits, phthalates standard or new toy standards.
Source: US Consumer Product Safety Commission - Recent recalls and product safety news

February Effect Laws Safety Product Childrens of Requirements Clarifies CPSC

That's good. There is no sense in giving a toy to a child when it can hurt, poison or even kill her when what you expect is enjoyment or learning from the product.