Despite Federal Lead Standards, More Lead Toy Recall
Tainted Toys Still Being Sold, Toy Recall Announced. Lead poisoning is considered by many to be one of the most important chronic environmental illnesses affecting children today. Yet despite the existence of federal lead standards, lead tainted toys are still being sold in American stores, as evidence by two toy recalls … [Read more...] about Despite Federal Lead Standards, More Lead Toy Recall
CPSC Head Voices Opposition to Tougher Lead Standards
Nancy Nord Said New Lead Standards Might Be Ruled. Nancy Nord, head of the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), said a new federal standard limiting lead in toys and other children's products "might prove to be overly broad." Nord, an appointee of President Bush and former lobbyist for corporate interests, has long been … [Read more...] about CPSC Head Voices Opposition to Tougher Lead Standards
