Top 10 worst toys for lead contamination
Among the toxic chemicals HealthyToys.org tested for in children’s toys, lead is perhaps the most dangerous. Lead is found in many children’s toys, particularly painted toys and children’s jewelry.
Why does lead post a threat? Exposure to lead in childhood can cause a host of developmental problems including learning disabilities, delayed brain development and decreased IQ scores. Lead has also been listed by the Environmental Protection Agency as a probable human carcinogen, meaning it likely causes cancer in humans.
Despite all this information, lead persists in children’s toys.
HealthyToys.org tested 1,500 toys this holiday season for toxic chemicals, including lead.
Here are the top 10 toys found to be most contaminated with lead:
Product Lead Level (in PPM)
- 2 Hearts and Hannah Montana graphic necklace, Disney 406,510
- Halloween Pumpkin Pin, The Christmas Tree Shop 190,943
- Bracelets Collection, The Christmas Tree Shop 81,085
- “It’s So Charming” Jewelry Charm Bracelets, Just My Style Jewelry 9,254
- High School Musical crown necklace, Disney 7,963
- Leapster2 / Wall.E, LeapFrog 4,251
- Fairy & Flowers Sandals, HuanCheng 4,113
- Thistle Blocks, Edushape 2,446
- Turbo Wheels - Lime Green, Greenbrier International, Inc. 2,441
- High School Musical necklace, Disney 2,337
To search for lead and other toxic chemicals in your toys, use the search bar to the right or visit HealthyToys.org.
