Information about Toy Safety
The recent toy recalls have brought child safety concerns to the forefront of news. It is a string of unfortunate instances, but the toy companies involved have responded in a very responsible way. The most important issue here is the total safety of the children, However, consumers (parents/grandparents) should not stop playing with children or limiting play options because of a small segment of recalled toy products. There are millions of toys out there that are fun and safe. Here are some links we think you will find very helpful and informative.
Helpful Links about Toy Safety
- Ecology Center upgrades web site and scope of testing, December 2008
- Press Release about Adoption of New Toy Safety Law, August 2008
- Letter from our CEO
Jack Parish addresses your concerns and renews our commitment to toy safety. -
Toy Safety Overview by Dr. Toy
This guide, organized by age group is something every parent should read! Be sure to bookmark their site for information on the best in toys and educational products too. They provide a wealth of information for parents and educators alike! -
Specialty Manufacturers Respond
to Toy Safety Concerns
These statements come direct from some of your favorite Manufacturers and solidify their commitment to safety. -
Toy Industry Associaton (TIA)
Developed in partnership with Fleishman-Hillard and Strategy XXI, this website provides positive consumer messaging about toy confidence via safety statements from TIA and third-part experts, news updates, "behind the scenes" toy testing and design videos, recall notifications, toy buying tips, and more. They also operate a national toy information call center, 1-888-88-4TOYS. -
HealthyToys.org
The Consumer Action Guide to Toxic Chemicals in Toys.
Recall Notices
- Toy
Recall Notices - Industry Wide
Scary isn't it! Please be aware that these recalls are almost entirely for mass market toys that we have never carried in our store. - Comprehensive Recall Notices for Products Carried by the Doll Hospital over the past 5 years.
- Ambi
- Toy Trumpet (February, 2003)
- Breyer Recalls
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Learning Curve
- Wooden Vehicles and Train Set Components (June, 2007)
- Five Thomas and Friends Wooden Railway Toys (September, 2007)
- Haba
- Wooden Infant Toys (August, 2008)
- Lego
- EXPLORE Super Truck (September, 2006)
- Manhattan Toy
- Tumble Tower Infant Rattles (May, 2008)
- Sassy Jammies Doll Clothing (Dec, 2008)
- Radio Flyer
- #12 Classic Walker Wagon (August, 2009)
- Schylling
- Olivia the Pig Jack in the Box Toy (November, 2003)
- Music Radio Boxes (February, 2004)
- Small World Toys
- Sounds on the Farm & Sounds on the Go Wooden Knob Puzzles (April, 2007)
- Toy Vehicles (July, 2006)
- Wild Planet
- Jet Streamers Pool Toy (August, 2006)
Legislation
- The Doll Hospital supports efforts to get passage of HR4040, which is making it's way through the House with a companion bill in the Senate.
Our Toys - Countries of Origin
Ecology Center News. December 3,
2008
We want to share with our customers a new
edition of
HealthyToys.org
which has been formally released today. The center has expanded
and improved it’s 2nd
Annual Consumer Guide to Toxic Chemicals in Toys. Their research
team has been busy testing over 1,500 children's toys for lead,
cadmium, mercury, arsenic and other toxic chemicals in order to
provide you with information that will help keep your kids safe.
It is important to note that the Ecology Center is working to identify toys that are safe, as well as to identify those that are unsafe. Consequently, the majority of the playthings they have tested show either low or moderate levels of worrisome chemicals.
The Doll Hospital and Toy Soldier Shop remains ever vigilant with respect to toy safety. Our primary goal is to be aware of and to remove from our sales channels, any playthings not meeting toy safety standards as set forth by the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC). Additionally, we are very aware of and supportive of the work being done by The Ecology Center in Ann Arbor. Accordingly, The Doll Hospital is presently reviewing the newly released test results carefully. Should any products we carry appear on the list, with questionable test results, we will address them at two levels:
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Toys rated HIGH with regard to lead content.
- Immediately pull these items from our shelves or website while they undergo further review.
- Request detailed chemical laboratory test reports for each item from it's manufacturer.
- Compare these highly accurate laboratory reports with the Ecology Center FRX tests to determine
final action.
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Toys rated MEDIUM with regard to lead content.
- Request detailed chemical laboratory testing for each item from the manufacturer.
- Compare the highly accurate laboratory results with the Ecology Center FRX tests to determine final action.