I was just informed that there is an act before Congress to regulate the amount of lead in handmade toys. This is a good idea in general, but it doesn't include exemptions for small handmade manufacturers.
In the current form, the toymakers would have to pay an average of 4,000.00 PER type of toy they make to have it tested, and do this several times a year to be in compliance. This is not just for toys with paint, but all kinds of toys children would play with. It is meant to protect against big manufacturers but it will include handmade toys too unless we act soon (50 days left).
The Handmade Toy Alliance is trying to get an exemption for all toymakers who produce 5,000 items or less per year. But, we need all the voices we can get to be heard.
Please take a look at the Consumer Protection Safety Improvement Act and contact your local Congressman and/or Senator if you are interested in this issue!
Thanks for taking the time to read this!
~Marie @ KnitOwl Toys
1 comment:
Yup. Just another way they're driving the small businesses out of business. It's always for a good cause/reason too.
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