High concentrations of lead in paint are just one of several hazards with cheap toys...
More and more toy recalls are being issued as the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) tightens the screws on overseas toy manufacturers looking to save a buck by cutting corners. And here is a list of the toys most likely to be recalled and posing the most dangers …
Here’s what to look for if you want to avoid the potential dangers associated with a toy product recall …
- Cheap Toys
– if you have a one dollar store or participate in birthday parties with gift bags, chances are the toys inside are made with high concentrations of lead in the paint or chemicals in the plastic which can make your child ill or even worse. So it’s wise to avoid saving a few pennies and keep your child safe.
- Child Jewelry
– Many manufacturers of cheap plastic jewelry toys tend to use plastic that has high concentrations of lead and cadmium. And very young children tend to put these toys in their mouths, which not only points to a potential choking hazard, but also lead poisoning due to exposure to these dangerous elements.
- Batteries from rechargeable toys
– There’s been a widespread epidemic of counterfeit and cheaply made rechargeable batteries which can cause overheating when charging and even explosions which can spread battery acid and cause severe burns.
There are other dangerous toys including projectile weapons, tiny parts of baby toys which can cause choking hazards, and even second hand toys. Parents would be wise to check with the CPSC for any potential product recall before investing in toys in these danger categories.
Hat Tip – About.com
http://toys.about.com/od/healthandsafety/tp/The-Most-Dangerous-Toys.htm
Photo credit – PC World