Archive: Posts Tagged ‘Kids’

Banning of Chinese toys- Kids’ Story

No comments December 7th, 2009

Government of India has prohibited import of ‘Toys’ from China appearing under ITC Codes 9501, 9502, 9503 of Schedule – I of ITC(HS) Classifications of Export and Import Items. The prohibition has come with effect from 23 January 2009 and will remain in force for six months. Prohibition covers following toys from China: 9501 Wheeled toys designed to be ridden by children (for example, tricycles, scooters, pedal cars); dolls’ carriages 9502 Dolls representing only Read more

Lead Toxic Kids Your Children Could Be At Risk

No comments December 6th, 2009

Around the holidays as well as other times, toys are serious business. A recent discovery which found that lead contamination is widespread is causing parents and grandparents to panic. Some of the most trusted names in the toy industry have had to recall favorite toys that have been around for ages. Although lead has gotten all the press lately, other toxins found in toys and household products are sure to be next month’s topics. December 2007’s issue of Consumer Reports Read more

Toxic Chemicals – What Are We Doing To Our Kids?

No comments December 5th, 2009

I was born in the late fifties. In those days it was safe to leave your doors unlocked, leave your bike unattended, play out in the street and talk and accept lifts from strangers. It was also a time of RESPECT especially towards parents and anyone older. If we were told to come in at a certain time, we did so. If we were playing ball and it accidentally went into someone’s garden, we went to the door, apologised and politely requested its return. If the owner refused we may Read more