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The children's toy market is diverse, with over 80% of products being of unknown origin, mostly from China.
Countless tragic accidents have occurred due to the use of unverified toys, ranging from minor injuries to severe trauma.
According to experts from the Vietnam Institute of Industrial Chemistry, toys of unknown origin or untested ones are considered dangerous because they are often made from recycled plastic infused with industrial additives and colorants. These compounds are mostly cyclic compounds and thus highly toxic. When ingested, inhaled, or in direct contact, they pose serious risks to the physical and mental development of children.
Moreover, these toys contain large amounts of extremely harmful substances to human health such as lead, chromium, manganese, mercury, etc. These toxins can be released into the environment at high temperatures or over a certain period of time and directly penetrate the child's body through the skin, mouth, or respiratory system. Exposure to these toxic substances can cause symptoms such as allergies, redness, swelling, infection, or even necrosis. And when these toxins enter the body, they can lead to heavy metal poisoning, organ infections, and a high risk of cancer.
The question for parents is: How to choose the best toys for their children?
It's difficult to differentiate between safe toys and toys that are harmful just by sight or touch. The following criteria will help parents know how to make the right choice.
1. Understand the origin of the product
When deciding to purchase a toy for your child, parents should check carefully on the packaging or box if the toy has a Vietnamese label clearly stating the origin of the product or the CR standard mark issued by the Ministry of Science and Technology. These toys have been tested for safety in many aspects, including chemical contamination.
2. Choose toys from reputable brands
Depending on the age group, there are famous and reputable toy brands that parents can choose for their children, and most of these products do not contain harmful BPA (BPA Free). Some reputable brands for toys, teething, and baby bottles include: Combi, Chicco, Toyroyal, Lego, Siku, Tottosi,…
3. Avoid purchasing toys with potential hazards for children and must be suitable for each age group
When buying toys, it's crucial to be extremely cautious to avoid purchasing toys with sharp edges, which can cause injury and pain, posing a risk to the child's life as young children often lack awareness to protect themselves from potential dangers of toys.
4. Avoid purchasing toys with strange smells and colors
Parents need to be very cautious that when choosing toys for their children, they should absolutely avoid toys that emit strong odors of paint or have colors that appear faded, dull, or stained, as these are potential risks from hazardous material components.
These are some considerations when selecting toys for children. Parents, please remember to choose items that are suitable for your child.
