The CPSC has been collecting samples from the companies' imported goods at the Port of Los Angeles/Long Beach or its respective facility from as far back as May 2008 in TDI's case in which 61 of the 66 samples allegedly were found to be in violation, according to the complaint. All but one of the other three companies' 34 samples also are believed to have been non-compliant. CPSC sent a total of 38 letters of advice, advising the businesses of the non-compliant factors found that included illegal lead and/or phthalates levels, small parts in toys intended for children age 3 or younger, rattles that could cause choking or suffocation, and lack of certification for required third-party testing and/or tracking labels. Affected toys included cars, dolls, kitchen and police sets, musical instruments, rattles and telephones.
- Places:
- California
Amanda L. Cole is the editor-in-chief of NonProfit PRO. She was formerly editor-in-chief of special projects for NonProfit PRO's sister publication, Promo Marketing. Contact her at acole@napco.com.