View Full Version : The Massive Toy Recalls
Annie
10-25-2007, 07:52 PM
I keep hearing more and more about all the toys, the hundreds of thousands of toys, that have been made in China and are now being recalled. I have some toys that I have set aside that are classics, toys like Lincoln Logs and Brio train sets, that I had hoped would be passed down to my son's children. Now I'm not so sure about that.
These recalls also have me wondering about what I might give for gifts... hmm... maybe include a lead testing kit for mom and dad when I get their kid a toy?
How have all these recalls effected what you might buy? Have you had to return any toys?
cmt21lem
10-25-2007, 08:09 PM
we all should be concerned, lead paint is bad
unctarheel_32
10-26-2007, 09:48 AM
You know when I was growing up you didnt hear about stuff like this,I mean toys were safe u know what I mean.
Momma
10-26-2007, 09:53 AM
I can tell you that it's going to affect me now that Hoss and I are having another little one...I didn't have to worry about our older son, he's more into computer games, gutiars, and drawing....but now???....I can tell you, I'm going to be very cautious about buying ANY toy now.
Annie
10-26-2007, 11:01 AM
I can tell you that it's going to affect me now that Hoss and I are having another little one...I didn't have to worry about our older son, he's more into computer games, gutiars, and drawing....but now???....I can tell you, I'm going to be very cautious about buying ANY toy now.You know Momma, I keep wondering how long this has been going on. I think it has for a while and they just now got caught!
irishjock
10-26-2007, 11:15 AM
I keep hearing more and more about all the toys, the hundreds of thousands of toys, that have been made in China and are now being recalled. I have some toys that I have set aside that are classics, toys like Lincoln Logs and Brio train sets, that I had hoped would be passed down to my son's children. Now I'm not so sure about that.
These recalls also have me wondering about what I might give for gifts... hmm... maybe include a lead testing kit for mom and dad when I get their kid a toy?
How have all these recalls effected what you might buy? Have you had to return any toys?
We have had to return a few toys. There really is not much you can do about it unless you buy all U.S., Canadian, or western European made toys (good luck with that). I think toys in general are a lot safer then when I was young. If you take for example an old metal Tonka truck, they had sharp edges all over them. Pick up one of those old dump trucks wrong and you risk slicing off a finger. We have lots of organizations both government and non-government that monitor toy safety, hence all the recalls…
Prevention is always best but don’t forget to have your kids lead tested!!!
Pebbles
10-26-2007, 12:46 PM
In the UK, Mattel said that 2,540 toys have been recalled. In August, Mattel recalled 94,000 Fisher-Price toys in the UK, and a fortnight later two million Polly Pocket, Batman and Barbie toys.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/cbbcnews/hi/newsid_6970000/newsid_6979200/6979262.stm
Affected toys
Dream Puppy House Playset (J9485) sold since 13 October 2006, because of the paint on the dog
Dream Kitty Condo Playset (J9486) sold since 13 October 2006, because of the paint on the cat
Table & Chairs Kitchen Playset (K8606) sold since 30 October 2006 because of the paint on two dinner plates, the dog, the crisp bowl and the salad bowl
Bathtub & Toilet Bathroom Playset (K8607) sold since 30 October because of the brown on the cat
Futon & Table Living Room Playset (K8608) sold since 30 October 2006 because of the brown on the cat
Desk & Chair Bedroom Playset (K8609) sold since 30 October 2006 because of the brown on the dog
Couch & Table Living Room Playset (K8613) sold since 30 October 2006 because of the yellow flower on the handbag
This has affected the toys I had planned to buy for nieces and nephews! Scary!
mrdiscreet
10-26-2007, 01:22 PM
I wonder what country is making all those sex toys ... :sc
Good thing my hand was made in the USA!
WandaRing
10-26-2007, 02:14 PM
You know Momma, I keep wondering how long this has been going on. I think it has for a while and they just now got caught!
:spbx: If there is blame to be placed its on the USA and Canadian gove for not having a stronger watch dog. The most recent news is that "the Toy" comany asked for the lead paint, it wasnt China's fault... :sc Sure ok but China knew the dangers in using lead paint so they should have refused to use it...and why is lead paint still available?
Send your toys back to the toy companies with a nasty note...no matter how old they are and ask for a refund....have children's blood tested for lead every few years...
Annie
10-26-2007, 02:24 PM
:spbx: If there is blame to be placed its on the USA and Canadian gove for not having a stronger watch dog. The most recent news is that "the Toy" comany asked for the lead paint, it wasnt China's fault... :sc Sure ok but China knew the dangers in using lead paint so they should have refused to use it...and why is lead paint still available?
Send your toys back to the toy companies with a nasty note...no matter how old they are and ask for a refund....have children's blood tested for lead every few years... China can't even keep an eye on their own toxic environment, don't think they are so concerned with what they dump off in ours!
You are right, it is the US govt. that isn't keeping a close eye on the imports American companies are bringing in. It's a shame this time it effects so many young children.
Lead testing of kids is a good thing, but once lead enters the bloodstream, the damage is already done and it cannot be reversed. We need to make sure it doesn't get there in the first place!
Domus
10-28-2007, 07:16 AM
I went to return a few items...:)
I wonder why we were not affected as kids? I imagine everything we touched had lead contamination of some sort. Think of the kids chewing on the blocks and crib rails...oh my gosh.
All kids have to have the mandatory lead testing now days....we have had just a few kids come back with contamination the last 5 years or so that I've been working in the lab. Mostly the kids that live in old houses with peeling paint....
Dang it....its always something.
We have 3 granddaughters that we buy for...it affects our choices....
OICurready4me
10-28-2007, 08:09 AM
I'm happy that the only toy I have is what is between my legs. Whew! For any ladies that are wondering....it's lead free!
I'm happy that the only toy I have is what is between my legs. Whew! For any ladies that are wondering....it's lead free!
That's too bad OIC.....no lead in your pencil....:D
Pebbles
10-28-2007, 08:33 AM
That's too bad OIC.....no lead in your pencil....:D
:lmao :lmao :lmao ..you guys crack me up. Reminds me of the pencils that are mechanical ones that are big and fat with twist out erasers.
OICurready4me
10-28-2007, 08:35 AM
:lmao :lmao :lmao ..you guys crack me up. Reminds me of the pencils that are mechanical ones that are big and fat with twist out erasers.
Have you been looking in my window?
Have you been looking in my window?
Hey bud...ya got a big one with a twist out? LOL
OICurready4me
10-28-2007, 08:38 AM
Hey bud...ya got a big one with a twist out? LOL
Be careful with that thing....it needs to be treated with kid gloves...it's a delicate instrument....:D
Pebbles
10-28-2007, 10:52 AM
Have you been looking in my window?
Well..only once..maybe twice. Only when you leave the curtain open! Was hoping you wouldn't know!!
OICurready4me
10-28-2007, 10:54 AM
Well..only once..maybe twice. Only when you leave the curtain open! Was hoping you wouldn't know!!
At least I know that leaving the curtain open is finally paying off!
Pebbles
10-28-2007, 10:57 AM
At least I know that leaving the curtain open is finally paying off!
Yes...the view from my end is pure pleasure!! :)
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