Cost Plus Inc. Recalls Wooden Animal Drum Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

The paint used on the drum is in excess of the maximum allowable level of 90 ppm, a violation of the federal lead paint standard. US Consumer Product Safety Commission – Recent More »

Target Recalls Children’s Task Lamps Due to Laceration and Fire Hazards

Lamps can overheat, causing the adhesive inside the lamp socket to melt and migrate into the bulb area of the socket. The cooled glue can adhere to the light bulb base and More »

Mini Stars Building Sets Recalled by Edushape Due to Choking Hazard

Plastic knobs can break from the center of the stars, posing a choking hazard to young children. US Consumer Product Safety Commission – Recent Child-Related Product Recalls More »

Prime-Line Products Recalls Child Bathtub Non-Slip Pads Due To Fall Hazard

Some pads do not stick to the bathtub surface, posing a fall hazard to consumers. US Consumer Product Safety Commission – Recent Child-Related Product Recalls More »

Child Safety Latches and Outlet Covers Recalled by Prime-Line; Screw Breaks Can Allow Unintended Access

The screws on the safety latches and outlet covers can loosen and/or break. When this happens, young children can gain access to electrical outlets and other potentially hazardous items. US Consumer Product More »

Strollers Recalled by phil&teds USA Due to Risk of Injury from Brake Failure

The brake mechanism on the strollers can fail, posing an injury hazard. US Consumer Product Safety Commission – Recent Child-Related Product Recalls More »

Fisher-Price Recalls to Repair Little People Builders’ Load ‘n Go Wagons due to Laceration Hazard

The back of the wagon’s plastic handle has molded-in reinforcement. This design adds stiffness and facilitates children gripping the handle. The handle poses a laceration hazard if a child falls on it. More »

Toy Keys with Remote Recalled by Battat Due to Choking Hazard

The metal toy keys and the plastic key ring can break, posing a choking hazard. US Consumer Product Safety Commission – Recent Child-Related Product Recalls More »

Bravo Sports Recalls Disney-Branded Pogo Sticks Due to Fall and Laceration Hazards

The bottom rubber tip attached to the pogo stick frame can wear out prematurely, posing a fall hazard to consumers. Also, the end caps on the handlebars can come off, exposing sharp More »

Category Archives: Childrens Clothing Recalls

Recalled ethanol fuel gels are all trick, no treat — and an update on Michael

Recalled ethanol fuel gels are all trick, no treat — and an update on Michael
The CPSC recalled nine more brands of liquid fuel gels in September, and this month added the PatioGlo fuel to its recall list. The gel can erupt and spray flames onto victims a distance of several feet away. Witnesses say flaming gel sticks to the
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Pool pumps recalled due to electrical shock hazard
According to CPSC, the pump cover is not properly grounded posing the risk of an electrical shock; however, no injuries have been reported. The recalled motors are variable speed swimming pool pump motors with a 6.5 inch diameter steel frame painted
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CPSC: More than 1.7M play tool sets recalled because of choking risk

CPSC: More than 1.7M play tool sets recalled because of choking risk
By AP, WASHINGTON — More than 1.7 million toy workshop and tool sets from toy-maker Little Tikes are being recalled because of choking concerns. The Consumer Product Safety Commission says the play tool sets have oversized, plastic toy nails that
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Why Fragrances In Commercial Cleaning Products?
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is the only agency that has any regulatory power over household cleaners except when they contain antimicrobial agents. (Antimicrobials, such as disinfectants, are considered pesticides and are regulated
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Lisa Jackson, EPA Chief, Wanted Stricter Smog Standards
When Lowi was writing in the Seventies, he noted that both the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Consumer Product Safety Administration (CPSC) were set up by a Congress that didn`t identify a single policy goal for these
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Fuel Gel Recall
The Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) has recalled fuel gel because of reports of severe burns. Here is how those burns usually end up happening: people think the flame had gone out in the firepot, so they pour more gel into the firepot.
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91000 Bicycles Recalled by Bridgeway and CPSC Due to Crash Hazard
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission and Bridgeway International of Naples, Florida, have announced a recall of 91000 “NEXT”-branded men's 26-inch hybrid bicycles. The reason for the recall is the bicycle chain can break which could cause the
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Shrewsbury Fire Chief Recommends Residents Stop Using Pourable Gel Fuels
In a press release issued yesterday, the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), in cooperation with nine manufacturers and distributors, announced a voluntary recall of all pourable gel fuels made or sold by these companies.
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Horizon Hobby Recalls Losi NiMH Battery Charger Due to Possible Burn and Fire

Horizon Hobby Recalls Losi NiMH Battery Charger Due to Possible Burn and Fire
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is still interested in receiving incident or injury reports that are either directly related to this product recall or involve a different hazard with the same product. Please tell us about your
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Crib protect by removal of bumpers: AAP
Early this year, CPSC Chairman Inez Tenenbaum asked the commission's staff to review its files and studies to take a “fresh look” at crib bumpers, says spokesman Scott Wolfson. The commission also plans to set up an expert panel to analyze the staff's
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CPSC: Drop-Side Cribs Sold Only at JCPenney Recalled for Serious Safety Risks
Yu Wei Co. and the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the nationwide product recall on October 5, 2011. The product recall was issued after it became apparent that the drop-side rails on the cribs can malfunction,
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Anchor for Safety: TV and Furniture Tip-Over-Related Deaths and Injuries Not
Today, the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is urging parents and caregivers to inspect and anchor furniture and TVs now, in order to protect young children from a preventable tragedy. A new data report shows that between 2000 and 2010,
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Test the Toys, Not Our Kids!
CPSC Commissioners must make their final votes to start the testing. Make sure they follow through by contacting them and telling them to implement the law to make sure kids' toys are tested safe!
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Hidden dangers at home
The Consumer Product Safety Commission, or CPSC, says a child dies once every two weeks from injuries sustained when furniture or televisions tip over. Just this year, in March, and 11 month old baby died while sitting with his dad watching TV.
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Recalls for Pottery Barn dolls, Jetta sedan
For more information about the products, call the manufacturer or CPSC's toll-free hotline, 800-638-2772. Only some cars or trucks recalled are affected. Contact a dealer for your model to see if it is included in the recall.
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Regulators Consider Safety Brakes For Table Saws
CPSC Chairman Inez Tenenbaum spoke at a hearing on the issue Wednesday. "I have personally met with victims of table saw blade injuries, and I have deep sympathy for the pain and the suffering they've endured and that will continue for the rest of
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CPSC's public database faces first legal challenge
(AP Photo/CPSC) Praised by consumer advocates and denounced by manufacturers, a new federal database for safety complaints about everything from baby gear to household appliances is facing its first legal challenge. A motion has been filed in federal
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CPSC Concludes Drywall Investigation, Promises Standards

CPSC Concludes Drywall Investigation, Promises Standards
However, the CPSC staff recommends that affected homeowners replace their smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms as part of remediation. NIST analyzed smoke alarms, fire sprinkler heads, and gas service piping and did not find corrosion associated
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The Weight Backpacks Have On Students' Health
According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), there are more than 7500 emergency room visits each year due to injuries related to backpacks or book bags. Because these health problems are so prevalent, many Staples students with swollen
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Dangerous drop side cribs still available online
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) says there have been 32 deaths associated with these cribs. In the last five years, they've recalled millions of them. Babies were getting trapped in the rails that make the side go down.
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CPSC Recall: Ballard Designs Step Stools Pose Fall Hazards; Injuries Reported
Atlanta, GA — The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Ballard Designs, Inc. have announced a voluntary recall of Ballard Designs “Stafford” step stools for hazards the defective product poses to consumers. The CPSC announced the
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