Materials: Controversy Brewing Over PVC in Toys
"There is an important point to remember regarding the EU phthalate bans" In February, Toys"R"Us Inc. joined the ranks of Sears Holdings , Wal-Mart, and Target when it announced a new policy: It will systematically phase out products containing polyvinyl chloride . via Machine Design topix.com |
Delay in Requiring Lead Testing for Children’s Toys
The Consumer Product Safety Commission delayed for a year the requirement that all children’s toys be tested for lead content. nytimes.com |
Toys R Us offers trade-ins on baby gear
Toys R Us is launching a national program providing its customers the opportunity to trade-in used cribs, car seats and other baby gear in exchange for savings on a new item. topix.com |
Police disperse unruly Toys R Us crowd
A group of people too intent on scoring bargains at Toys R Us in Park Hills Plaza roused themselves from Thanksgiving lethargy to cause a disturbance Thursday evening, Logan Township police said. topix.com |
Toy Makers Fight for Exemption From Safety Rules
A federal crackdown on dangerous toys has swamped the safety commission with requests to exempt playthings. nytimes.com |