What does CPSIA compliant mean?
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What does CPSIA compliant mean?
CPSIA Compliance The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CPSIA) imposed testing requirements and new acceptable levels for several substances common in most consumer products, especially those designed for children, ages 0-12.
Are toys regulated by the CPSC?
Yes. Third party testing and certification are required for toys designed or intended primarily for children 12 and under. Once you have identified the applicable requirements for your product, you must use a CPSC-accepted laboratory to perform testing to show that the product complies with the toy standard.
What are the safety guidelines for children’s toys?
Keeping Toys Safe
- Store toys in a safe place. Put all toys away and off the floor when they’re not being used.
- Check toys often for damage. Watch for splinters or sharp edges on wooden toys.
- Throw away plastic wrap and other packaging right away.
- Read toy instructions and explain them to your child.
What are 3 of the toy dangers listed by the CPSC?
The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has a Federal Toy Safety Standard that limits the concentration of certain toxic chemicals in children’s products. Covered chemicals are lead, cadmium, mercury, antimony, arsenic, barium, chromium, selenium and phthalates.
What federal agency regulates toys?
The Consumer Product Safety Commission, an independent U.S. government agency, administers two federal laws that play a role in regulating lead, and all toxins, in children’s toys: the Consumer Product Safety Act (CPSA) and the Federal Hazardous Substances Act (FHSA).
How do you know a toy is safe?
Toy safety
- Buy toys only from reputable outlets – look for the CE symbol or a UKCA mark.
- Make sure the toy is suitable for the child – check the age range.
- Be particularly careful with toys for children under three.
- Be wary of young children playing with older children’s toys.
How do I choose a safe toy?
10 toy buying tips
- Read the label.
- Think LARGE.
- Avoid toys that shoot objects into the air.
- Avoid toys that are loud to prevent damage to your child’s hearing.
- Look for stuffed toys that are well made.
- Buy plastic toys that are sturdy.
- Avoid toys with toxic materials that could cause poisoning.
How do you know if a toy is safe?
Top 10 toy safety tips
- Buy toys only from reputable outlets – look for the CE symbol or a UKCA mark.
- Make sure the toy is suitable for the child – check the age range.
- Be particularly careful with toys for children under three.
- Be wary of young children playing with older children’s toys.
What is a children’s product CPSC?
The law defines a “children’s product” as a consumer product designed or intended primarily for children 12 years of age or younger. The Commission passed an interpretative rule with further explanation and examples.
What to look for when buying toys for children?
10 tips to choose safe toys
- Read the labels. Labels, or instructions on the packaging, should tell you:
- Look for choking hazards.
- Are they durable and washable?
- Inspect surfaces and edges.
- Does it contain magnets?
- Check for batteries.
- Be wary of noises.
- Watch out for trap hazards.
What would be some of the criteria for selecting safe toys?
Require smooth, well- sealed edges. Avoid glass, sharp metal edges, and rigid, fragile plastic. Toys with smaller removable parts should be purchased only for children aged three years and older. For those under age eight years, avoid buying toys that have loose strings, straps, or cords longer than 7 inches.
What are the characteristics of a safe toy?
Steer clear of older toys, even hand-me-downs from friends and family. These might not meet current safety standards….Toy Guidelines
- Toys made of fabric should be labeled as flame resistant or flame retardant.
- Stuffed toys should be washable.
- Painted toys must use lead-free paint.
- Art materials should say nontoxic.
Do I need a CPSIA?
Which products require a Children’s Product Certificate? The CPC is mandatory for all products covered by the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA). Generally speaking, the CPSIA is applicable to all toys and children’s products sold in the United States.
