Comments on: CPSC issues “guidance” for thrift and resale shops re: CPSIA

By: Confused?

Confused? — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 12:49:46 +0000

Tis only sensible really. Old toys often contain a variety of harmful substances, anyone who sells them for a profit has to be liable. Just because its second hand doesnt mean that its safe for resale.
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By: Deb

Deb — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 19:10:24 +0000

Great question, Cynthia – maybe Mark has some ideas. :) I’ve noticed within the blogsphere that inacurate headlines are now out there front and center – using the terms Resale Stores Exempt from law, etc. Even main stream media is promoting the fact that Resale stores are safe. That’s so far from the truth yet, it’s being propagated.

Additionally, I found that the momentum has dropped from the initial surge. That’s the most deflated feeling I’ve felt this week.
Deb

Debs last blog post..CPSIA creates huge unintended consequences.

By: Cynthia

Cynthia — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 16:38:58 +0000

So, how DO we make them pay attention and get some action when CPSC puts out a misleading press release like this to try and squelch our collective outcry? I don't wanna change careers! I don't wanna become a bootlegger. Cynthias last blog post..Breaking News! Is Government Suggesting Shops Bootleg Used Kid's Clothes?

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By: Mark

Mark — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 23:29:48 +0000

@SaveKidsResale: No doubt about it. It’s a small improvement and better not be the last. Component testing/certification would have been a much better way to start to address the problem. Absolutely not surprised that no one has stepped out in front of a camera to talk about it – they’d have to actually be paying attention to CPSIA if they did that.

By: SaveKidsResale

SaveKidsResale — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 23:00:48 +0000

The CPSC's press release is basically an attempt to imply that shop owners become bootleggers. No different really from Prohibition. Liquor was illegal, government mostly looked the other way ignoring the speak easy's, but the cops could still arrest you and throw you in jail if the anti-liquor crowd made a stink to local law enforcement. Prohibition was repealed as we know - it took a little while. Don't you find it curious that not one of our state or federal officials have gone on TV in person to address the issue? SaveKidsResales last blog post..Breaking News! Is Government Suggesting Shops Bootleg Used Kid's Clothes?