Overview
While most toys on store shelves are safe, we continue to find toys
that pose a range of safety hazards to small children. As a result,
parents and other child-care providers need to remain vigilant in order
to prevent toy-related deaths and injuries.
Recently, U.S. PIRG broadened the scope of unsafe toys to include toys
labeled as phthalate-free. Our analysis last year shows that even some
products labeled phthalate-free contain the dangerous chemical.
Toy
manufacturers should act swiftly to recall unsafe products and give
parents the information they need to allow them to purchase safe toys
for their children. U.S. PIRG and our allies have prompted recalls or
regulatory action on over 100 toys.
