Among the reasons for recalls are head injuries, falls, bruises and cuts, choking, eye injuries, broken teeth, broken bones, mild concussions, lacerations and fire hazards. The retailer may not have received the recall or the items may have been overlooked. Most retailers are happy to have our help getting unsafe items off the shelves. Inspectors who find a recalled item still for sale will ask the store manager to remove the item and return it to the manufacturer. Even with toys manufactured correctly, problems may arise when a child is not the right age for the item.
Labels help answer many questions about a toy's safety and suitability.
If the label says the item is not recommended for a child under 3 years of age, then it isn't. It may have parts or strings that can choke or strangle a young child. Safe for that child's age, well constructed and durable Appealing and interesting to the child. Suited to the child's physical capabilities. Suited to the child's mental and social development.