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Daylight Saving Time (DST) begins on Sunday, March 10. As you set your clocks ahead one hour, CPSC urges you to replace the batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms at home. Proper installation, operation and maintenance of smoke and CO alarms reduces the risk of injuries, death and property damage. You should have working smoke and CO…
Sandford Family Croquet Sets Recalled Due to Violations of the Federal Lead Paint and Phthalates Bans; Sold Exclusively on Amazon by DOM Sports The paint or surface coating on the red mallet, blue mallet, red hoop, and winning post contain levels of lead that exceed the federal lead paint ban, posing a lead poisoning hazard. In addition, the…
WASHINGTON, D.C. – As cold weather continues to impact much of the country, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning consumers about deadly hazards from home heating equipment, including space heaters, furnaces and fireplaces, based on the findings in a recent report. A new CPSC report shows that the upward trend in non-…
Ahead of Sunday's Game, CSPC Reminds Families to Tackle the Deadly Hazard of TV and Furniture Tip-Overs A new report shows children and older adults are at the most risk of morbidity and injury from Tip-Over incidents; however, disparities remain uncertain among some demographics. WASHINGTON, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As many…
- UPDATE/UPDATE/UPDATE - As of January 2nd, 2024 the CDC reported 287 cases (8 in NYS) of lead poisoning in connection with this recall investigation.  Read more information on the update here. - UPDATE/UPDATE/UPDATE - The product, WanaBana Apple Cinnamon Fruit Puree Pouches, is recalled by the Consumer Product Safety Commission…
The product, Colorful Metal Neodymium Magic Magnetic Balls - 8 color, 5mm, is recalled by the manufacturer, Xpressgoods.com and the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) until further notice.  Consumers should stop using the recalled magnetic balls immediately, take them away from children and contact XpressGoods to receive a prepaid label to…
The product, Primark baby rattles, “Wooden Music Shaker” and “DTR M&M Maracas”, is recalled by the manufacturer, Primark and the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) until further notice.  The bottom portion of the recalled baby rattles can detach, posing choking and/or ingestion hazards. Consumers should immediately take the recalled…
The product, Bubba Bull (Style 45541) Plush Toy with date code 1945, is recalled by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) until further notice.  The eyes of the plush toys can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.   Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled plush toys, take them away from young children and…
The product, Toos Elite Electric Scooters, is recalled by the manufacturer Fisher Price and the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) until further notice. The urgent warning comes after two people, including a seven-year-old, died in an apartment fire that local fire officials determined was caused by the lithium-ion battery in a Toos…
The product, Thomas & Friends Wooden Railway Troublesome Truck & Crates and Troublesome Truck & Paint, is recalled by the manufacturer Fisher Price and the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) until further notice.  The small plastic piece containing a high-powered magnet that connects one train to another can detach or…
The product, "5in1 Rocker Bassinets", are recalled by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) until further notice.  The bassinets fail to meet the safety requirements of CPSC’s Infant Sleep Products Rule. The products do not conform to the safety requirements for bassinets and lack required markings, labeling, and instructions. The…
The H&M product, "Men's Clasp Beaded Bracelets", are recalled by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) until further notice.  The clasp on the beaded bracelet contain levels of lead that exceed the federal lead content ban parameters. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health issues. Please click for…
CPSC Urges Parents and Caregivers to Check Baby’s Sleep Space During Baby Safety Month; Shares Dos and Don’ts for Infant Sleep Safety WASHINGTON, D.C. – The annual Injuries and Deaths Associated with Nursery Products Among Children Younger Than Age Five report released today by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) shows that risks…
The product, Xingdetui Outdoor Kopobob Kids Multi-Purpose Helmets, is recalled by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) until further notice.  CPSC tested the Kopobob kids multi-purpose helmets subject to this warning and determined the helmets failed to meet the federal safety standard.  WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product…
The product, Chuckle & Roar Ultimate Water Beads Activity Kits, are recalled by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) until further notice.  The water beads pose a risk of serious injury or death if ingested. When ingested, the beads grow in size, which can cause intestinal obstruction.   Washington, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product…

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