There was yet another recall of childrens jewelry this week due to dangerously high levels of lead and/or cadmium. The "Best Friends" charm bracelets from Claires' contain unacceptable levels of the toxic materials. And, yes they were made in China.
Listen, everyone. China got the bright idea to substitute cadmium for lead. However, it's just as toxic! Granted, it was because the US raised their regs and came down on China last year about this problem. However, you need to still be vigilant.
Stop buying 'cheap jewelry" for your children. China is only concerned with China. It makes no difference to them if your kids get sick, because they already have YOUR DOLLARS!
Yes, I KNOW your daughters and their friends like it, it's cute, and "everybody has one". But I'm begging you, before you buy that trinket for your children, ask the store clerk or the manager about the country of origin for the product. If it's packaged, read the package! If they cannot tell you, or will not tell you, DO NOT BUY IT.
Buy jewelry that's stamped as sterling silver. Often you'll see the symbol .925. ( Or buy gold.Yeah, I know it's more expensive. ) And again, quiz the sales help. If everyone keeps up the pressure, the corporate honchos will learn to stop trying to make a fast buck at the expense of the safety and health of the American public.
Till I get on my soap box again,
Anne
www.beadbear.com
Listen, everyone. China got the bright idea to substitute cadmium for lead. However, it's just as toxic! Granted, it was because the US raised their regs and came down on China last year about this problem. However, you need to still be vigilant.
Stop buying 'cheap jewelry" for your children. China is only concerned with China. It makes no difference to them if your kids get sick, because they already have YOUR DOLLARS!
Yes, I KNOW your daughters and their friends like it, it's cute, and "everybody has one". But I'm begging you, before you buy that trinket for your children, ask the store clerk or the manager about the country of origin for the product. If it's packaged, read the package! If they cannot tell you, or will not tell you, DO NOT BUY IT.
Buy jewelry that's stamped as sterling silver. Often you'll see the symbol .925. ( Or buy gold.Yeah, I know it's more expensive. ) And again, quiz the sales help. If everyone keeps up the pressure, the corporate honchos will learn to stop trying to make a fast buck at the expense of the safety and health of the American public.
Till I get on my soap box again,
Anne
www.beadbear.com
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