Child Care of the Berkshires - CLPPP

08/11/2025

This isn't a lead recall, but a related heavy-metal issue- cadmium:

https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Monica-Vinader-Recalls-Select-14k-Yellow-Gold-Mini-Heart-Chain-Bracelets-Necklaces-and-Stud-Earrings-Due-to-High-Levels-of-Cadmium

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Consumers should immediately stop wearing the recalled jewelry, store the jewelry safely out of reach of children, and contact Monica Vinader for a replacement or refund. Consumers can return the jewelry items via prepaid shipping label and receive a replacement or a full refund to their original pa...

07/24/2025

We have another lead-related recall:

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/ww-industrial-group-recalls-pear-slices-juice-due-elevated-levels-lead-and-cadmium

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W.W. Industrial Group, Inc., NY is recalling Parashore Pear Slices in juice, 15 oz, because they have the potential to be contaminated with elevated levels of lead and cadmium.

07/14/2025

Here is another lead-related recall to know about:
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/SPPTTY-Kids-Bicycles-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Death-or-Injury-from-Lead-Poisoning-Violates-Federal-Lead-Content-Ban-Sold-at-Walmart-by-Shenzhen-Yihuachuang-Technology

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Consumers should stop using the recalled children’s bicycles immediately and contact Shenzhen Yihuachuang Technology for a full refund. To receive a refund, consumers should dismantle the bicycles, take a photo, and send the photo by email to lishkjie@163.com. After submitting proof of destruction...

07/10/2025

CLPPP and CCB will be at at the Farm for Fun!
Will you?

07/07/2025

From our friends at Northern Berkshire Community Coalition:

07/02/2025

Please be aware of another lead-related safety recall:

https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Boyro-Baby-Walkers-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-to-Children-from-Fall-Hazard-Violations-of-the-Federal-Standard-for-Infant-Walkers-and-Lead-Content-Ban-Sold-Exclusively-on-Amazon-com

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Consumers should stop using and disassemble the recalled baby walkers immediately and contact Boyro Baby for instructions on receiving a full refund. Consumers will be asked to destroy the disassembled baby walker and email three photos of the destroyed product to boyrobaby@outlook.com. Once the thr...

06/24/2025

Some good news from the EPA on funding for remediating lead services lines in schools and childcare facilities:

https://www.iberkshires.com/story/79339/EPA-Funding-to-Reduce-Lead-in-Drinking-Water-at-Schools-Child-Care-Facilities.html

If you have concerns about the lead-safety of you water, CLPPP has some helpful tips:
https://www.mass.gov/doc/lead-in-drinking-water-faqs-english-0/download

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06/23/2025

While not primarily lead-focused, we would like to highlight an opportunity for teens in North Adams:

06/02/2025

Please be aware a number of faucets sold through Amazon are under recall for lead content:

https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/BASDEHEN-Brand-Kitchen-Faucets-Recalled-Due-to-Dangerous-Lead-Exposure-for-Young-Children-Sold-on-Amazon-com-by-Chenfeng-Store?utm_campaign=&utm_content=&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery&utm_term=20250530

https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/KICIMPRO-Brand-Kitchen-Faucets-Recalled-Due-to-Dangerous-Lead-Exposure-for-Young-Children-Sold-on-Amazon-com-by-Kicimpro?utm_campaign=&utm_content=&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery&utm_term=20250530

https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/VFAUOSIT-Brand-Kitchen-Faucets-Recalled-Due-to-Dangerous-Lead-Exposure-for-Young-Children-Sold-on-Amazon-com-by-Whisper08?utm_campaign=&utm_content=&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery&utm_term=20250530

Consumer reports offers some suggestions on safer options:

https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety-Education-Centers/Lead-in-Water-Faucets?utm_campaign=&utm_content=&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery&utm_term=20250530

Please see CLPPP's suggestions on water-safety:

https://www.mass.gov/doc/lead-in-drinking-water-faqs-english-0/download

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05/07/2025

For our gluten-free friends out there:

https://www.foodandwine.com/lead-contamination-in-cassava-food-products-consumer-reports-investigation-11729414

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Though touted as a gut-friendly alternative, cassava may pose hidden risks. Consumer Reports tested 27 cassava-based foods and found several with lead levels far beyond what’s considered safe. The findings are especially concerning for long-term health and children’s development. Here’s what t...

05/02/2025

Be aware of another lead recall:

https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Dlesot-Snap-Childrens-Hair-Clips-Recalled-Due-to-Lead-Poisoning-Hazard-Violation-of-Federal-Ban-for-Lead-in-Paint-Sold-Exclusively-on-Amazon-by-YFLGOTOO

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Consumers should immediately take the recalled hair clips away from children, stop using them and contact YFLGOTOO. Consumers will need to provide picture of disposal to receive the remedy. Amazon is contacting all known purchasers directly.

04/30/2025

It's the final day of National Healthy Homes Month!

Safe

Keep the way in and out of your home clear and safe to use.
https://www.mass.gov/lists/housing -regulations-

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