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Lead in toys. Some toys, especially those that are imported or are antique toys, and toy jewelry may contain lead. Imported toys. Toys made in some countries are more likely to contain lead than toys made in the United States, Canada, or the European Union.
Toys can contain lead and other elements that are harmful to children. Elements that can seriously injure children if absorbed or swallowed are: selenium. Products that can contain lead and other dangerous materials include: modelling clays, slimes and putties.
15 Οκτ 2024 · Lead content in dry, brittle, powder-like or pliable toy materials must not exceed 2 milligrams per kilogram. For liquid or sticky toy materials, the allowable lead limit is even stricter, at 0.5 milligrams per kilogram.
For total lead content in children’s products, the citation to use in section 2 of the CPC is “15 U.S.C. § 1278a – Total lead content”. For more information on creating a CPC, visit our CPC business guidance page .
Lead requirements in toys in the European Union (EU) and the United States (US) are governed by a series of regulations and/or standards. The requirements are total lead (lead content) and soluble lead (lead migration/leachable lead). Total lead is determined by dissolving the material using a mixture of hot concentrated acids.
Accessible components of children's products manufactured in or imported into the United States must not contain more than 100 parts per million (ppm) of total lead content. For more information, visit our total lead content business guidance page.
Toy manufacturers are responsible for ensuring that their products do not jeopardise health and that they comply with legal provisions. The BfR has compiled selected frequently asked questions about lead in toys in order to inform parents first and foremost. What is lead?
