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The large toy recall that occurred with Matel and Fisher Price had me questioning the safety of all my toys. While researching on the Internet, I came across a lead test. I purchased the Household Lead Check Swabs by Homax to test all my toys, including Plan Toy, Ikea, and Melissa and Doug. The tests were negative and I felt very relieved to know my daughter hasn't been exposed to lead from her toys. US Business Labels: Toys
Household Lead Check
The instructions are easy, it's a pretty low-tech test; Crush point A and B until they mix together then shake. Rub the surface you want to check for lead. If the swab turns red or pink there is lead present. You can repeat the test, but all testing has to be completed within two minutes. The chemical in the swab is an irritant so I would recommend washing the toys after testing, just to be safe. Remember to keep it out of reach from your children! If the toy has red paint, white vinegar must be used on the surface, if the red pigment comes off, the test cannot be used on this product.
If you have a large quantity of toys to test you'll have to pick up a few packages. Luckily, the test is inexpensive.
Household Lead Check
posted by Eco Baby Products on Monday, October 22, 2007
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October 26, 2007 1:36 PM There's been a new study by the Consumer Product Safety Commission with the lead test kits. Basically they only pick up the lead 54% of the time and it gives a false positive 2% of the time. Seems like the lead check might be better than nothing but not reliable enough. If it's positive I'd do it again. |
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October 31, 2007 11:12 AM you would of thought this is something that would have happened years ago not in this day and age. it really is scary. thanks for the great imformation |
