March 2010

There has been another recall of a children’s product and this time it poses a fall hazard. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued a recall of Graco Harmony High Chairs. The recall is voluntary and in cooperation with the manufacturer. The CPSC advised consumers to stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. [...]

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Over the past few months I’ve been telling you about the risks associated with various kinds of products, specifically ones targeted toward kids. This blog is different in that it does not mention products; instead it focuses on the issue of school bus safety. You may have heard about a recent school bus crash outside [...]

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Just a few months ago, I told you about a recall concerning some children’s jewelry that contained cadmium. Now comes word, yet again, from the Consumer Product Safety Commission of another cadmium-related recall involving Children’s Metal Charm Bracelets. The bracelets contain high levels of cadmium. Research shows that cadmium can be toxic if ingested by [...]

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Over the past few months, I've been telling you about various recalls as they relate to children’s products. Some have dealt with unsafe toys or strollers, while others have centered around products such as clothing that pose a hazard. I've also repeatedly mentioned products that violate lead paint standards.Well, now comes word from the U.S. [...]

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We have another consumer alert to tell you about concerning a children’s product. The Consumer Product Safety Commission has just announced that Children's Bracelets are being recalled by Chandigarh Fashion Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard. This is a voluntary recall in cooperation with the CPSC. The name of the product is Children’s Bangles [...]

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