What is the CPSIA?

No, an instant lead test kit does not measure the amount of lead (parts per million) therefore would not provide the necessary results for the GCC. In addition, if the law is not changed to allow either component testing or alternative testing types, sending your goods to a third-party lab will be required at some [...]

The CPSIA applies to all products intended for children under 12 regardless of the materials used to produce the product. There are certain materials that can be used for which the CPSC has stated manufacturer’s do not risk sanction or penalties (see Question number eight) from the Commission, but to date, there have been no [...]

Many handmade goods are still in stores for a variety of reasons.  Here are some to consider:

The stay of enforcement for testing and certification until Feb 2010 has afforded many companies the opportunity to get their plans in place. They are determining how they will proceed if the  requirements do not change. Many of them [...]

Some items that have failed the lead limit in XRF testing are the following:

Rhinestones
Some pewter buttons and other objects with pewter
Some pearlized buttons
Some buttons
Some types of orange felt
Some zippers
Some snaps on baby bodysuits/onesies
Some vinyl products

Please note: This is not a comprehensive list but one that has been gathered from those in the CPSIA community who [...]

The procedure for phthalate testing involves grinding the item being tested into a fine powder. The powder is then dissolved in chemicals and analyzed for phthalate content.

No law can guarantee anyone’s safety.  Even if followed to the letter in good faith by all manufacturers, however, CPSIA cannot guarantee that all products on the market will meet its standards, let alone that children will not find ingenious ways to hurt themselves with their toys.
Even if followed in good faith, violative products will [...]