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KiwiCo Poppy’s Colorful World
Here is a color changing bath book for babies which was included in a recent KiwiCo box we ordered in 2022. KiwiCo has developed a selection of toy subscription kits catering to kids of different ages and interests, with some excellent options for youngsters interested in STEM. As a soft plastic book, we were curious…
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Chuckle & Roar Pop It! Silicone ABC Set
This child’s toy was purchased from Target in 2023. Silicone products may screen positive for trace cadmium when tested with XRF. How do you think it tested? Reading on the Silicone: Element of Interest Parts per million (ppm) Error Range Cadmium (Cd) 6 +/- 2 Antimony (Sb) 15 +/- 4 Other Elements Tin (Sn)* 6…
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What About Trace Heavy Metals in New Toys?
This is a broad overview of ATSM toy safety standards as they relate to chemical heavy metals testing for coatings and substrates. The standards are copyrighted and periodically updated. The ASTM F963-07 standard was effective and mandatory 180 days after the enactment of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) signed August 2008. 16 CFR § 1250.2(a) identifies…
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Begin Again Bathtub Pal – Green Turtle
This natural rubber bath toy is made by a company called Begin Again. It appears to be made of a single molded piece. There is a drainage hole at the base. How do you think our rubber bath toy tested with XRF? Reading on the rubber: Element of Interest Parts per million (ppm) Error Range…
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Begin Again Bathtub Pal – Purple Octopus
This natural rubber bath toy is made by a company called Begin Again. It appears to be made of a single molded piece. There is a drainage hole at the base. How do you think our rubber bath toy tested with XRF? Reading on the rubber: Element of Interest Parts per million (ppm) Error Range…
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Begin Again Bathtub Pal – Red Crab
This natural rubber bath toy is made by a company called Begin Again. It appears to be made of a single molded piece. There is a drainage hole at the base. How do you think our rubber bath toy tested with XRF? Reading on the rubber: Element of Interest Parts per million (ppm) Error Range…
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Begin Again Bathtub Pal – Yellow Fish
This natural rubber bath toy is made by a company called Begin Again. It appears to be made of a single molded piece. There is a drainage hole at the base. How do you think our rubber bath toy tested with XRF? Reading on the rubber: Element of Interest Parts per million (ppm) Error Range…
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Sarah’s Silks Rainbow Garland Headband
Here is a rainbow headband produced by Sarah‘s Silks and purchased in 2022. These headbands have an elastic core with silk fabric covering. This particular headband is embellished with a small polyester rosette and ribbons. This is a very cute product for a young child. Reading on the fabric headband (several colors and internal synthetic…
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I’m the Biggest Thing in the Ocean
Here is the toddler book I’m the Biggest Thing in the Ocean! by Kevin Sherry which was included in a recent KiwiCo box ordered 2022. KiwiCo has developed a selection of toy subscription kits catering to kids of different ages and interests, with some excellent options for youngsters interested in STEM. We have no concern…
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Colors
Here is the book Colors by John J. Reiss which was included in a recent KiwiCo box we ordered 2022. KiwiCo has developed a selection of toy subscription kits catering to kids of different ages and interests, with some excellent options for youngsters interested in STEM. We have no concern for new books for adults…