Another Recll: Toys "R" Us Recalls Coloring Cases

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The thread discusses the recent recall of crayon and paint sets by Toys "R" Us due to lead contamination concerns. Participants express their frustrations regarding products made in China and the implications for children's safety, sharing personal experiences and opinions on outsourcing and manufacturing practices.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses frustration about the frequency of recalls for products made in China, citing concerns for child safety.
  • Another participant agrees and emphasizes the need to keep jobs in the USA and suggests Canada as an alternative manufacturing location.
  • Several users mention the anxiety surrounding the safety of toys and food products, with one participant sharing a personal story about lead exposure and its impact on their child.
  • One participant raises a question regarding the safety of Pampered Chef products marked "Made in China" in light of the recall, indicating concern among customers.
  • Another participant reflects on the idea of reverting to homemade toys and food as a safer alternative for children.

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Participants generally express agreement on the need for safer manufacturing practices and the desire to keep production within North America. However, there is no clear consensus on the best approach to address these concerns.

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The discussion is framed around recent product recalls and personal experiences related to safety and manufacturing practices, highlighting a broader concern about outsourcing and its implications for consumer safety.

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Toys "R" Us has recalled 27,000 crayon and paint sets made in China because the packaging of the wooden box contains lead, as does some of the watercolor paint within, company and government officials said Thursday.

No injuries have been reported from the use of the Imaginarium Wooden Coloring Cases, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

The case includes crayons, pastels, colored pencils, fiber pens, paintbrush, pencil, water colors, palette, white paint, ruler and pencil sharpener in a light tan wooden carrying case. The case measures about 14 inches high by 19 inches wide.

Toys "R" Us sold the case nationwide from October 2006 through this month for about $20.

Consumers are asked to take the products away from children and return them to the nearest "Toys "R" Us store for store credit, the CPSC said.

The recall follows Mattel Inc.'s July recall of 19 million Chinese-made toys, including dolls, cars and action figures. Some of the items were contaminated with lead paint. Others had small magnets that children might swallow.

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070830/ap_on_re_us/toys__r__us_recall
 
ok seriously, i'm so sick of this china b-s!!! why is it that everytime i turn on the tv there is something form china that could potentially harm my son!! so far we've had everything that's been recalled, thomas trains, this crayon set, elmo toys, dog food!! come on. we need to STOP outsourcing our jobs and keep everything MADE IN THE USA! (let me also say i'm not trying to offend any chinese people in this statement, my husband's half-sister are both chinese, but enough is enough!!!)
 
ginamkiely said:
we need to STOP outsourcing our jobs and keep everything MADE IN THE USA!
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I agree, but may I add....MADE IN CANADA too!! :D
 
ginamkiely said:
ok seriously, i'm so sick of this china b-s!!! why is it that everytime i turn on the tv there is something form china that could potentially harm my son!! so far we've had everything that's been recalled, thomas trains, this crayon set, elmo toys, dog food!! come on. we need to STOP outsourcing our jobs and keep everything MADE IN THE USA! (let me also say i'm not trying to offend any chinese people in this statement, my husband's half-sister are both chinese, but enough is enough!!!)
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I totally agree it is so scary that now we have to be careful what "safe" toys we give or children! It is so maddening:mad: but thanks for posting the recall because I havent seen it yet...
 
Canada is fine with me. lol. It's just insane. did anyone ever watch that show 30 days with the guy that made Super Size Me. It was about job outsourcing and he went to India and did the same job an american guy lost here for pennies. Is the US getting so greedy (or spending so much on the war) that we can't even worry about making jobs for our own and keeping American money in America? Nowadays it's so rare to see something stamped MADE IN THE USA. There's clearly something wrong with this picture!!
 
Carissidy said:
I totally agree it is so scary that now we have to be careful what "safe" toys we give or children! It is so maddening:mad: but thanks for posting the recall because I havent seen it yet...
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Don't forget careful we have to be buying DOG and CAT food. It's crazy!!!!!!!!
 
We'll have to go back to our grand-parents ways and give our kids toys we made out of wood and make our own dog and cat food!!! :grumpy:
 
Did you see that they aslo recalled bibs from China? I saw this and my thoughts were what next. I hate the thought of exposing my children to lead. I know it is everywhere but toys is the last place to expect them. My DD #2 started having seizures when she was 1yrs old I had a lead test done (we moved to a different place right before her seizures started) her lead levels were elevated but wont cause any problems but the minute I put a filter on our water her seizures stopped.
 
I had a fellow consultant do a fair last night and the question came up regarding our Simple Addition pieces. The customer said that our SA pieces are marked "Made in China" and was wondering if those are painted with the lead that is being recalled? Good question that hopefully Home Office will address sometime soon since it seems to be a big topic now. Does anyone here know?
 
PC1 said:
I had a fellow consultant do a fair last night and the question came up regarding our Simple Addition pieces. The customer said that our SA pieces are marked "Made in China" and was wondering if those are painted with the lead that is being recalled? Good question that hopefully Home Office will address sometime soon since it seems to be a big topic now. Does anyone here know?
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could you imagine?? we would never sell another piece of SA again. Once something is recalled I most likely won't buy it again regardless. Maybe that's just me!
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the details of the Toys "R" Us coloring cases recall?

The recall involves specific coloring cases sold under the Toys "R" Us brand that may pose a choking hazard due to small parts. The affected products were sold in stores and online from [insert date] to [insert date].

How can I identify if my coloring case is part of the recall?

You can identify the recalled coloring cases by checking the product packaging for the specific model number and date codes listed in the recall announcement. If your product matches these details, it is part of the recall.

What should I do if I have a recalled coloring case?

If you have a recalled coloring case, you should stop using it immediately and return it to the store where it was purchased for a full refund or exchange. You can also contact the manufacturer for further instructions.

Are there any reported injuries associated with the recalled coloring cases?

As of the recall announcement, there have been no reported injuries associated with the recalled coloring cases. However, consumers are advised to take the recall seriously and discontinue use to prevent any potential hazards.

Where can I find more information about the recall?

More information about the recall can be found on the official Toys "R" Us website or through the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website, where they provide updates and safety notices regarding recalled products.

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