tashabear Report post Posted February 2, 2009 http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09115.html "The stay of enforcement provides some temporary, limited relief to the crafters, children’s garment manufacturers and toy makers who had been subject to the testing and certification required under the CPSIA. These businesses will not need to issue certificates based on testing of their products until additional decisions are issued by the Commission. However, all businesses, including, but not limited to, handmade toy and apparel makers, crafters and home-based small businesses, must still be sure that their products conform to all safety standards and similar requirements, including the lead and phthalates provisions of the CPSIA." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CitizenKate Report post Posted February 3, 2009 Well, maybe we should pass this requirement along to our suppliers. Just a thought... Kate Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
moon Report post Posted February 4, 2009 Looks like a good way to run the crafter/small shop right down the drain. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tashabear Report post Posted February 4, 2009 Looks like a good way to run the crafter/small shop right down the drain. Which is why the testing requirements have been stayed for a year, till they can work out legislation that suits both the big manufacturers and the small ones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BubbleDragon Report post Posted February 12, 2009 I'm active in other crafting communities that are riled up about this, too. Can I ask if anyone here makes children's items? What kind? I mean, it didn't even cross my mind, but I suppose kids need boots, too!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tashabear Report post Posted February 12, 2009 I'm active in other crafting communities that are riled up about this, too.Can I ask if anyone here makes children's items? What kind? I mean, it didn't even cross my mind, but I suppose kids need boots, too!! I make quivers for teenagers, but they're unlikely to chew on them. ;-) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MADMAX22 Report post Posted February 13, 2009 This same crap has gotten into the motorcycle industry. They are making it so anything under 90cc wont be able to be sold and that they are not gonna be allowed to make anything for the 14 and under crown (atv's, dirt bikes .....) because of the lead in certain things like battery post, valve stems, brake components ...... You know what if a 10 year old is responsible enough to be riding a atv and I know of more then a few that are they sure as heck arent gonna be chewing on the damne battery post. What the heck is this country coming to. Guess I shouldnt tell anyone I use to bite down the old split style fishing sinkers lol. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TwinOaks Report post Posted February 13, 2009 I hope this doesn't come off as petty or obtuse, but how does this affect us as leatherworkers? I can see the application of the new rules to clothing related items, but what about the rest of it? Do the dyes contain the prohibitted stuff or something? Waxed thread? And I ask this because I really don't know.....: Does anything in the tanning process include lead? Okay, I can see it possibly being in rivets, but seriously, if we buy from suppliers who sell "approved" products, doesn't that guarantee that products made from pre approved materials are "approved"? In regards to the plastics....I've been considering some kydex or similar products for reinforcements in holsters- if the kydex is approved and I use it, do I have to send off a holster for lead testing? Thanks for your input, I'm trying to develop an extra-small business, and I don't know which way to go. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Troy1 Report post Posted March 19, 2009 One of the main reasons for the stay is that every industry was bombarding the cpsc with the challenge to tightly define what is and what isn't specifically a childs product, they haven't defined tightly enough these parameters for every business sector. In addition, they set such tight limits on restricted contents that technology couldn't physically comply. This stay is similar to the new 10+2 regs that importers are now having to comply with since Feb 28th of this year as well. Basically the Gov is giving everyone a year to get their systems of compliance together. Everyone must be showing that they are moving forward with compliance. Fortunately it really doesn't have a huge impact on the leatherworker. If I were a tannery or hardware manufacturer on the other habd I would be investing ins some $40 lead test. Brass will probably shake out as the sore thumb in this industry. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
