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Dear Consumer How do you find the perfect toy to give to the children in your life during the Christmas period, it can be confusing and even on some recent media attention on the inclusion of toys and toy production overseas in anxiety General. Some parents have already decided to buy instead of looking for other alternatives toy gift. But is it wise? Toys are not just as a form of entertainment for children, but also a vital and positive part of their development. They offer a wonderful source of learning and entertainment for children of all ages. Playing with toys encourages creativity and motor skills provides a constructive way to release energy. Selecting quality toys from a company that manufacturers their investigations thoroughly and regularly, it gives a child a great way to encourage creativity and mental development. Through the importation of this extreme attention to toy safety and product recalls in recent months, particularly in toys from China, it is essential that consumers are informed and not misled. It ‘true that over 80 per cent of toys imported and sold in this country from Chinese factories, the countries can not do the toy – Enterprise. It ‘important, not all companies in the toy as a single company. It ‘a fact that big name companies like Mattel have some toy products available, because the issues of security, but it is absolutely necessary, things are clear. Remember, most are due to problems – such as small parts which present a choking hazard and walk up and down the use of substances design concern. These types of designs recall questions have nothing to do with Chinese producers and are, in fact, not a question of the whole production. Companies from small toys have to remember, to fear because of all the undertakings concerned, interested instead of specific companies. There are thousands of toy company in the United States, but the weight on the toy recalls from major manufacturers like Mattel and Hasbro has heavily on small toy companies. A small toy company in Madison, WI had this to say in his blog for the recall of Mattel toys: ”The Mattel recall is bad for the entire industry of toys Mattel … not effectively monitor their suppliers to obscure the public perception of the Chinese producers. It ‘is unfortunate this negative perception extends to companies that in reality the application stringent quality standards, factories, whose products are spending more and more security and conduct the tests … “ American consumers should be aware that the U. S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CSPC) has worked very hard to be introduced for the safety of toys and other products from China. An International Consumer Product Safety Program known as the 2007 China program has been implemented. In response to the problem of product recalls from China, the CPSC states, including: The Commission is currently examining a variety of means to limit the number of imported consumer goods in the United States that a substantial risk of products that violate mandatory standards for safety or otherwise pose an undue risk to American consumers reduced. These efforts are creating a new Office of International Programs included: program development in China, participation in seminars of the product, the direct message to manufacturers and the General Administration for Quality Supervision Inspection and Quarantine (AQSIQ), as the Chinese production of consumer goods The recall action, and took a step to help access and market surveillance defective or fragile items from the hands of consumers. It ‘important to examine the impact of current U.S. standards, including ASTM F963, which concerns “about the possible dangers that are not easily recognized by the public understanding and in normal use, is intended for a toy or can be effectively addressed by using foreseeable misuse. This standard covers requirements and contains test methods for toys intended for children under 14 years. “These rules are in force, as a voluntary way for the toy industry to make the police and the protection of the public . A second way that the CPSC is working with toy company to guarantee the security of consumer information through labeling on the packages. Parents and others can help children who are toys for the acquisition by reading labels and following the recommendations and warnings. Many questions of toy safety will not be purchased at the choices for consumers in connection with toys intended for a specific age group. Most of the toys are age rated and a warning, if there for special reasons, such as small pieces when it unsuitable for small children. Retrieve information that is presented to identify the media and the public does not really age-related issues appropriate products for children. E ‘combined responsibility of companies to toy manufacturers, authorities, parents and / or consumers age appropriate toys screen the development of children. While it is easy to choose an educational game or toy intellectually stimulating for a child very mature, it is important to remember that the behavior of young children, and instincts that can lead to some security problems with some toys and that the implementation of the guidelines in place with this consideration in mind. There is a profound concern for children and issues of safety awareness in the toy, and is a very real problem that was addressed by most toy manufacturers. The rules are set by the toy industry have changed, despite the recent media noise. These standards are high, and when observed, are more than enough to ensure the toys. My Toy Company, History in Action Toys are, I take care in designing our data action to ensure that our toys for children to play with them and love are safe. It ‘important to me that they have a real opportunity for social interaction and educational benefits, but safety is my top priority in the design and manufacture our toys. We currently have three action figure toy market that represent each a leader in American history. We have our toys tested by an independent third party to determine if they had to comply with safety standards set out in ASTM F963 CSMC’s. This toy companies do not ignore the security problems. I care deeply concerned about the children and would never go in this business are developed or toys for them if this is not the case. I worked hard to elect the first manufacturer in China, with her on her history in which people work and produce their skills to a safe, high quality products. I personally visited the factory in China that I decided to create my own products in order to ensure both quality control and get to know people I work with produce. I think this is a responsibility and a privilege, and I spent much time and money to ensure that our products and continue to be safe. Even if the producer did not choose the cheapest proposal, is that I had when it was a choice between knowing that I was producing a safe, quality and safety of toys in price and quality won hands down. I Bureau Veritas, an independent organization that works with companies around the world to provide independent testing, monitoring, testing and certification to ensure that they meet and exceed all the safety requirements used. This independent testing laboratory found that my toys meets ASTM standard F963. I’m happy for the positive results that I obtained regarding the safety of toys I like to produce. Paint, not every toy company with the same brush. While some companies have been hard to remember, many other companies have been taken in the same category as me, never having an unsafe toys on the market. You can buy toys for children at Christmas Made in the USA or China, with confidence and security. Research companies that you buy to determine their safety history and reputation for the treatment and disposal problems and concerns. It ‘important to remember that most manufacturers produce in the United States and China are safe, high quality toys meet or exceed all safety standards and the number of recalled products is a very small percentage of all toys on the market today . Check recall lists as one that is provided by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (http://www. CPSC. Gov / cpsclist. Aspx). You can e-mail notification of all product recalls. You can also find much information on the safety of toys on the website of the Toy Industry Association web site www. toyinfo. org. It provides lists to remember, facts on Toy-buying tips and much more. It addresses the problem of buying toys from China in “FAQ” part of their website made the following response: Q: Should I avoid toys made in China? Will no longer safe for me? A: All toys in America, regardless of where they should be made to hard-sell in the United States safety standards – standards that have served as models for other sectors and countries around the world. Since there are companies, not countries, that toy is for the companies that have the responsibility to comply with stringent safety requirements and conduct inspections during the process of merit. Random on-site and off-site inspection is carried out in all the production facilities in China and elsewhere. Toys are also subject to random checks prior to export to the United States. Given the recent recalls, he further testing and monitoring of toy manufacturers, distributors and importers. “ I encourage consumers to monitor and toy shopping tips listed below: • Read the labels carefully and choose the toys, which provided the ASTM F963-label (a product with this label, go over a series of tests and design specifications to reduce or potential harm of make-up of the Toys “neutralize or usage.) • If age-appropriate recommendations and warnings of small parts or other hazards O Consider whether young children at home and if they are damaged with the toy or consider whether the recipient is responsible to the toy means other than the use of toy use • Research thoroughly any problems with a particular Toy Company Check recall lists or on the website of the CPSC Web site: http://www. CPSC. gov / cpsclist. aspx The purchase of a toy, should not be a terrible risk. You can buy toys for your children for the Christmas period and to be sure of their safety and quality. Remember, the safety of our children is a joint venture between the toy companies and consumers. We can all do our part to ensure that children can reap the benefits of quality toys have to offer, without any risk. Since I am a strong supporter of my business of toys, are more than happy to help you talk with consumers and the media, and to allay concerns about the safety and quality of the history of toys action. Sincerely, Sterling Ashby Founder, History In Action Toys (202) 487-8376 sashby @ hiatoys. com