http://www.apparelandfootwear.org/LegislativeTradeNews/ChildrensClothingRegulations.asp
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Only days before the new law was supposed to go into effect, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued guidance February 6 to further clarify how the lead standard (that goes into effect today, February 10) will apply to children's products. The lead standard (600ppm) applies to all children's products (marketed or intended to be sold to children 12 years of age or younger) – even those products already on store shelves. The CPSC announced that they will not impose penalties against anyone for making, importing, distributing or selling a children's product that is made of natural materials such as cotton, wool or wood (outlined further in CPSC guidance), children's apparel or other textile products made from dyed or undyed textiles and non-metallic thread and trim used or children's books printed after 1985 even if the product contains more than 600ppm lead. However, the CPSC advised that if a seller has knowledge that one of these products contained more than 600ppm lead and continues to sell the product, they still will be subject to corrective actions. The CPSC further advised that the manufacturer may determine whether a component part is inaccessible so long as the determination is consistent with the CPSC's proposed guidance or is based on a reasonable reading of the inaccessibility requirement laid out in the legislation. The CPSC also issued an interim final rule, effective today (February 10), which establishes alternative lead limits for certain electronic devices.

Companies must still comply with all reporting obligations under federal law and immediately tell the Commission if they learn of a children's product in the marketplace that exceeds the new lead limits that go into effect today (February 10). Furthermore, Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) generally prohibits the export for sale of children's products that exceed the new lead limits. Instead, those products will be considered "hazardous substances" and must be destroyed accordingly.

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Lead In Buttons Or Appliques Make Children’s Clothes Illegal In

Selling children’s clothes with buttons or appliques containing lead invites prosecution in the US. A new regulation coming into effect on Feb. 10 seeks ... Selling children’s clothes with buttons or appliqués containing lead invites prosecution in the US. A new regulation coming into effect on Feb. 10 seeks to keep...

www.medindia.net/news/Lead-In-Buttons-Or-Appliques-Make... www.medindia.net/news/Lead-In-Buttons-Or-Appliques-Make-Childrens-Clothes-Illegal-In-US-46163-1.htm http://www.homebiznotes.com/if-you-handle-made-in-china-items-in-your-home-business/ Excerpt: Kay just found out that the novelty buttons that she sews onto her children’s aprons and chef’s hats are manufactured by the same company in China that has been associated with selling toys coated with lead paint. She has received confirmation from the distributor that the buttons have been re-tested and do not contain any lead. The buttons are, however, clearly marked “Made in China.” Kay DOES NOT have the budget to remove the buttons and replace them with new buttons. With just six weeks to go before Christmas, she is worried about the potential hit to her sales if parents worry that there is lead on her buttons. Half of her friends have encouraged her to go public about buttons and re-assure her potential customers that there the buttons are okay. The other half tell her not to mention the buttons at all because it will cause more problems for her than it would help. What do you say? In other words, how proactive should you be when things go wrong in your business? The solution: Leading a campaign for lead free toys and products, as well as promoting hers as lead free could gain her positive PR. Here’s how: Get the Facts on Paper *Do some research. Each state and country has its own laws about such issues, so whether Kay has a brick and mortar store will affect how she deals with this. Also, since the distributor is from another country, you have to consider the laws of that country. Check all of this with a legal expert first before proceeding. *Get the proper paperwork from legal experts, the distributors, and relevant government departments (like http://www.cpsc.gov/) that the products have been tested as safe and lead-free. Independent laboratories can also conduct research, such as Consumer Reports (http://blogs.consumerreports.org/safety/lead/) http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2010/05/19/health/main6499679.shtml Excerpt: LOS ANGELES. May 19, 2010 Walmart's Miley Cyrus Jewelry Contains Cadmium Chain Reportedly Received Test Results in February But Has Continued Selling the Jewelry Jewelry sold exclusively at Walmart stores nationwide, including bracelets and necklaces branded by Miley Cyrus, contains high levels of the toxic metal cadmium, according to an Associated Press investigation, Wednesday, May 19, 2010.  (AP Photo/Gus Ruelas) (AP)  Miley Cyrus-brand bracelets and necklaces sold exclusively at Walmart stores nationwide contain high levels of the toxic metal cadmium,, according to tests performed for The Associated Press. So does a line of bracelet charms on the shelves of the world's largest retailer. Testing of 61 samples bought by AP reporters across the country from the Miley Cyrus line and from the line of charms showed that 59 of the pieces contained at least 5 percent cadmium by weight, with 53 of those measuring 10 percent or higher. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cadmium_poisoning Excerpt: Cadmium has no constructive purpose in the human body. Cadmium is extremely toxic even in low concentrations, and will bioaccumulate in organisms and ecosystems.[1] http://www.lifesitenews.com/news/archive/ldn/2003/jan/03013003 NEW WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION CHIEF INVOLVED IN POPULATION CONTROL VACCINE SCANDAL by LifeSiteNews.com Thu Jan 30, 2003 12:15 EST GENEVA, January 30, 2003 (LifeSiteNews.com) - Dr. Jong Wook Lee, a relatively unknown World Health Organization (WHO) insider beat out high profile competitors to become the head of the World Health Organization Tuesday.  Other candidates for the post included Dr. Julio Frenk Mora - currently Mexico’s Minister of Health and Dr. Pascoal Mocumbi - the Prime Minister of Mozambique.  However, Lee’s work with WHO included being in charge of and weathering one of the most scandalous accusations to be brought against the organization.  Lee, a vaccine expert was in 1994 placed in charge of the WHO Global Programme for Vaccines and Immunizations.  In 1995 the BBC aired an investigative documentary verified by the Philippine Department of Health and the Philippine Medical Association that tetanus vaccines from the WHO were combined with a chemical known as beta Human Chorionic Gonadotrophin, an anti-pregnancy agent.  The BBC Horizon program entitled “The Human Laboratory”, which was never aired in the United States, noted that Philippino women of child-bearing age were administered the tainted vaccine and many miscarriages ensued.  Dr. Reynaldo Echavez of the Philippine Medical Association stated that the presence of the HCG in the tetanus shot would cause the women to develop HCG antibodies, which will then cause spontaneous abortion if the women become pregnant.  WHO denied the accusation and claimed to have found negligible amounts of HCG ‘independent’ in the vaccines.  However, the BBC report said that “There are several research programmes around the world testing the contraceptive vaccine linked to tetanus, which creates an immune response.” Moreover pro-life leaders in the Philippines were alerted that a similar program of surreptitiously sterilizing tetanus vaccines had been perpetrated in Mexico.  See an archived transcript of the BBC documentary:  http://www.africa2000.com/INDX/bbchorizon.html   See the WHO announcement of Lee’s selection and info on all candidates:  http://www.who.int/mediacentre/releases/pr4/en/  http://www.globalhealth.org/view_top.php3?id=196 http://www.proliberty.com/observer/20090108.htm http://www.eco-usa.net/toxics/chemicals/formaldehyde.shtml Excerpt: Children and adults are likely to be exposed to formaldehyde in the same way. The most common way for children to be exposed to formaldehyde is by breathing it. Children may also be exposed by wearing some types of new clothes or cosmetics.

http://www.dharmatrading.com/info/lead/
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While originally aimed at toys, but now apparently all inclusive, it appears to be a very poorly written law (though well intentioned) which has already created much fear, confusion, and concern. Contrary to what other websites might be telling you, it is not just for "durable goods" or things with paint. You must read the whole thing, not just parts of it, to see that. What is clear already is that there ar already exemptions being made and in fact it may be totally rewritten before they start enforcing it in 2011. Here are some links which provide additional information.

http://www.walletpop.com/2010/04/23/jo-ann-fabric-to-pay-50-000-for-toys-with-lead-paint/
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Jo-Ann Fabric to pay $50,000 for toys with lead paint

Linda Doell
Apr 23rd 2010 at 8:00PM

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Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft stores has agreed to pay a $50,000 penalty to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, settling allegations the company was selling children's toy watering cans and gardening tools that had high levels of lead paint.

The China-made Robbie Ducky toys were sold in Jo-Ann stores nationwide in 2007. In all, about 97,000 of the toys were recalled that year. The beak of the watering can contains lead in the paint, which breaks the federal ban on lead paint in children's toys. In the gardening tools, the lead paint was on the handles.

Large amounts of lead can be toxic if eaten by young children and can also cause serious health problems including brain damage.

Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft couldn't be immediately reached for comment on the settlement.

http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml07/07290.html

List of recalled toys for lead poisoning hazards
http://www.usrecallnews.com/2007/10/list-of-recalled-toys-for-lead-poisoning-hazards-childrens-toy-recalls-from-china.html

http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml07/07257.html

Elmo answers your questions 19 mins.
http://youtube-global.blogspot.com/2010/09/elmo-answers-your-questions-about.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sesame_Workshop
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Hillary Rodham Clinton, former director, board member

http://muppet.wikia.com/wiki/Gary_Knell
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Gary E. Knell is the President and CEO of Sesame Workshop.

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from sesameworkshop.org
Gary Knell is President and Chief Executive Officer of Sesame Workshop. Mr. Knell leads the non-profit educational organization in its mission to create innovative, engaging content that maximizes the educational power of all media to help children reach their highest potential. He has been instrumental in focusing the organization on Sesame Street's global mission, including groundbreaking co-productions in South Africa, Russia, China and Egypt.
Previously, Mr. Knell was Managing Director of Manager Media International, a print and multimedia publishing company based in Bangkok, Hong Kong and Singapore. In this capacity, he oversaw the development of the monthly business magazine Asia Inc., the daily Asian-based newspaper Asia Times, and several trade publications.
He also has served as Senior Vice President and General Counsel at WNET/Channel 13 in New York, was Counsel to the U.S. Senate Judiciary and Governmental Affairs Committees, and worked in the California State Legislature and Governor's Office.

Mr. Knell is a Member of the Council on Foreign Relations, serves on the Board of Governors of the National Geographic Education Foundation and is a Board Member of AARP Services, Inc., providing high quality products and services serving the needs and interests of those 50 and older; NetAid, a UN founded organization using technology to fight global poverty; Business for Diplomatic Action, promoting public diplomacy through the private sector; and American Public Television. He is also an advisor to WFUV, public radio at Fordham University, the Annenberg School of Communications at USC, and Common Sense Media. He is a frequent spokesperson in the media, appearing in numerous venues, including CNN, Fox News, NBC Today Show, NPR, and CNBC.