Comments on: CPSIA: What must be tested

By: Marci Kinter

Marci Kinter — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 14:46:46 +0000

Just a quick note to make sure all know about the CPSC stay on testing and certification for certain children’s products. It does impact textiles. However, it must be pointed out that the stay only impacts the testing and certification requirements, not the requirement to meet the lead and pthalate limits.

By: Dan Porges

Dan Porges — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 01:55:25 +0000

I am a Business Development Manager for Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, one of the laboratories that is supposed to be testing all these products. I would really like to arrange some access to accurate and detailed information for all of you to benefit from. Right in the middle there is a place to sign up for our COMPLETELY FREE bulletins and webinar announcements where you will likely find much more detailed information, and a forum to ask additional questions. While I am certainly not able to make this any less of a pain, I will do my best to make it less confusing!!

By: Sapphy

Sapphy — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 23:58:29 +0000

Ooops, just noticed I forgot to put this up about the CA regs. Slightly OT, I know, but I figured those in CA would want to know.

This is the supplier where I first read it: http://www.rings-things.com/jewelry-safety.html

This is the government site related: http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/upload/HWMP_FS_Lead_In_Jewelry1.pdf

By: Christy

Christy — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:13:36 +0000

I really don’t understand… it looks like the suppliers that we buy our supplies from would be responsible for the testing of ribbon and other items. Thus we as individuals would not be required to test. By the way, where would testing be done? Is there a kit or something? I totally do not understand…lol

By: Sapphy

Sapphy — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 23:49:21 +0000

I’m just posting this Swarovski info to let every else know, since I am sure it is info all of us could use. The led in Swarovski’s glass crystal does not pose the same serious health risks that metallic led does, but, irritattingly enough, for those selling it to anyone in CA, a warning sticker must accompany the item. Apparently, according to this web site and trusted supplier of many jewelry making parts, this also applies to a lack of severe health concerns regarding the led in fiber optics as well (cat’s eye beads) yet this to needs a sticker. Grrr.

I’m still not sure if the new 90 ppm led content limit will affect the use of Swarovski. My second concern is the use of adhesives, everyone knows that glue’s are used in jewelry making of all kinds and the California led law states adhesives can’t be used with natural materials. That can not possibly be true. Why can’t they leave us starving artists alone? I mean, HELLO, were STARVING already, do they want us naked and homeless, too? LOL!

Anyway, if anyone finds out if the new CPSIA requirements of 90 ppm will effect the California 600 ppm limit, could ya let me know please? Thanks. Email me or post it here, I’ll see it eventually. Now that I have found fashion incubator I will be around a lot!!! LOL!

By: Marci Kinter

Marci Kinter — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 16:27:43 +0000

The CPSIA applies to children’s products — under the pthalate issue — it is only products for children under 3 that facilitate sleep or eating, for lead- all children’s products under 12, including hair bows. That is my understanding.

By: Marci Kinter

Marci Kinter — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 14:29:09 +0000

For lead testing, the CPSC has yet to develop a certification method for children’s garments, ie those intended for 12 and under. Based on their information, this will not be completed until June 2009 — with that in mind, products must meet general conformity certification requirements. Right now, the certification is for the product, not individual components.

Remember, the phtallate ban only does apply to chilidren’s products under the age of 3 that faciliate sleep or feeding BUT the lead issue applies to all children’s products under the age of 12, regardless of whether or not it is a toy.

By: Pam

Pam — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 12:32:10 +0000

I read that phthalates testing deals with childrens items (3 and under) that “facilitate sleep” (sleepers…etc…) (sorry if I spelled wrong) or helps with feeding (bibs, etc…) OR toys, things they can put into their mouths.

By: laura

laura — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 03:31:14 +0000

I’m still confused. There are so many forums out there discussing this issue and many are saying that component testing will be suitable, at least until August. So, with my organic bamboo diapers, all components for which I have certs from the fabric wholesaler, I will still have to have end unit testing. Correct? I just can’t seem to actually find a clear definitive answer because technically, my product doesn’t facilitate sleep, teething or feeding and it’s definitely not a toy.

I’ve also read elsewhere that items that are handmade in the USA may be exempt. Any truth to this?

I just can’t seem to keep everything straight and my mind is spinning from reading everything, so I apologize if I’m posting this in the wrong area, or if I’ve missed the section that has these answers.

By: Cheri

Cheri — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 03:54:31 +0000

How will this affect seasonal kid’s consignment sales? Will they have to do testing?