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In 2023 an estimated 154,700 children 12 years or younger were treated in emergency rooms due to toy-related injuries, and 10 children died in toy-related incidents, according to a new CPSC report.
CPSC, in collaboration with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), seized nearly 1.6 million dangerous or illegal toys in fiscal…
More Ground Cinnamon Products Added to FDA Public Health Alert Due to Presence of Elevated Levels of Lead
As of Nov 1, 2024 the FDA updated the alert below with an additional product, Super Brand ground cinnamon, that contains elevated levels of lead. The samples were collected at a retail establishment by the State Department of Health and…
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Fisher-Price are announcing the recall of Fisher-Price Snuga Swings. The swing should never be used for sleep and bedding materials should never be added to it. If the product is used for sleep or bedding material is added, the headrest and body support insert on the seat pad can increase the…
Red Toolbox Recalls Stanley-Branded Jr. Kids Garden Sets Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard; Violation of Federal Ban for Lead in Paint; Sold Exclusively by Costco Wholesale
The painted long hoe and rake of the recalled garden set contain levels of lead that exceed the federal lead paint ban, posing a lead poisoning hazard to children. Lead is toxic if…
The product, "Beberoad New Moon Travel Bassinets", are recalled by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) until further notice. The recalled bassinets violate federal safety regulations for Infant Sleep Products because they do not have a stand, posing a fall hazard if used on elevated surfaces.
Consumers should immediately…
The product, Brilliant Bee Rattles, is recalled by the manufacturer, Manhattan Toy and the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) until further notice. The wooden base can detach from the wooden rod and release the three plastic rings, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled…
Remember CPSC’s "Dos and Don’ts" For Baby Sleep Spaces
Many young babies cannot lift their heads to pull away from soft objects that can pose a suffocation risk, such as bumpers, blankets, pillows, and sleep positioners. Also, a seated or semi-reclined position can cause your baby’s head to tip forward and their airway to be blocked.
Follow…
Daylight Saving Time (DST) begins on Sunday, March 10. As you set your clocks ahead one hour, CPSC urges you to replace the batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms at home.
Proper installation, operation and maintenance of smoke and CO alarms reduces the risk of injuries, death and property damage. You should have working smoke and CO…
Sandford Family Croquet Sets Recalled Due to Violations of the Federal Lead Paint and Phthalates Bans; Sold Exclusively on Amazon by DOM Sports
The paint or surface coating on the red mallet, blue mallet, red hoop, and winning post contain levels of lead that exceed the federal lead paint ban, posing a lead poisoning hazard. In addition, the…
WASHINGTON, D.C. – As cold weather continues to impact much of the country, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning consumers about deadly hazards from home heating equipment, including space heaters, furnaces and fireplaces, based on the findings in a recent report.
A new CPSC report shows that the upward trend in non-…
Ahead of Sunday's Game, CSPC Reminds Families to Tackle the Deadly Hazard of TV and Furniture Tip-Overs
A new report shows children and older adults are at the most risk of morbidity and injury from Tip-Over incidents; however, disparities remain uncertain among some demographics.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As many…
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As of January 2nd, 2024 the CDC reported 287 cases (8 in NYS) of lead poisoning in connection with this recall investigation. Read more information on the update here.
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The product, WanaBana Apple Cinnamon Fruit Puree Pouches, is recalled by the Consumer Product Safety Commission…
The product, Bubba Bull (Style 45541) Plush Toy with date code 1945, is recalled by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) until further notice. The eyes of the plush toys can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled plush toys, take them away from young children and…
The product, Colorful Metal Neodymium Magic Magnetic Balls - 8 color, 5mm, is recalled by the manufacturer, Xpressgoods.com and the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) until further notice. Consumers should stop using the recalled magnetic balls immediately, take them away from children and contact XpressGoods to receive a prepaid label to…
The product, Primark baby rattles, “Wooden Music Shaker” and “DTR M&M Maracas”, is recalled by the manufacturer, Primark and the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) until further notice. The bottom portion of the recalled baby rattles can detach, posing choking and/or ingestion hazards.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled…
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