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CPSIA: It's February 10th, So Now What?
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Hello Friends,

It is February 10th, the day the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) goes into effect. Eek! Given all the hubbub of late, it is difficult to know precisely where we stand. If you'll allow me a moment of your time, I will try my best to provide a general overview of the current state of selling handmade and vintage items meant for children under the age of 12.

As always, I urge you to remember that we are not at all out of the woods on this one. Even thought the CPSC has announced a 1 year stay, you should keep the pressure on your representatives and make sure that your interests are being served. (This action kit has information for how to contact your elected officials.)

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: Now that it's February 10th, do I have to stop selling children's Items that have not been tested for lead?

A: No, not at all. Before you start throwing your toys on the bonfire or hanging up your knitting needles, please understand that the CPSIA does not make it illegal to sell children's products. So what happens today? As of today, the new legal lead limit for products intended for children 12 years and younger has been reduced to 600ppm. On August 14th, 2009, the legal limit will drop to 300ppm. The new legal limit for Phthalates is 0.1% of the total weight of a children's product. 

Q. What the heck are phthalates?

Phthalates are particularly nasty substances added to plastics to increase their flexibility.

Q. Do I need to have my goods tested by a third party testing facility?

At this point, manufacturers do not need to have third party testing or lead-free certification for their products, but are liable if their products contain more than the legal limit of lead or phthalates. This remains the case until February 10th, 2010. We are not yet sure what will happen one year from now. (Keep the pressure on!)

Q. Ok, I understand that my products do not need to have third party testing or certification at this point, but I know that I am also still liable. I want to make sure my items are safe for children because this is the right thing to do! How can I assure that my products do not have lead in them?

A.

  •  Work in materials that you know are lead free.
  • Avoid zippers and other fasteners that may contain lead. Instead, use wood buttons or other natural materials.
  • Look to less expensive home testing technologies, especially XRF. Pool resources with other sellers in your area and test together to save money. 

Q. What materials are recognized as lead-free by the CPSC?

The following materials are known by the CPSC to be inherently lead-free or are exempt, and can be used in their untreated/unpainted state without any risk of sanction or penalties by the Commission.

  • Precious gemstones: diamond, ruby, sapphire or emeralds
  • Semiprecious stones provided that the mineral or material is not based on lead and is not associated with any mineral based on lead 
  • Natural or cultured pearls   
  • Wood   
  • Other natural materials including coral, amber, feathers, fur, and untreated leather
  • Surgical steel  
  • Gold, of at least 10 karats  
  • Silver, at least 925/1000 pure  
  • Platinum, palladium, rhodium, osmium, iridium, and ruthenium  
  • Yarn, dyed or undyed  
  • Dyed or undyed textiles (cotton, wool, hemp, nylon, etc.), including children’s fabric products, such as baby blankets, and non‐metallic thread and trim. This does not include products that have rhinestones or other ornaments that may contain lead or that have fasteners with possible lead content (such as buttons, metal snaps, zippers or grommets).
  • Children’s books printed after 1985 that are conventionally printed and intended to be read, as opposed to used for play
  • Certain educational materials, such as chemistry sets 

The Commission has also provided limited exclusions for products containing component parts that contain lead in excess of the 600ppm limit, specifically:

  • Components that are not accessible, that is cannot be reached by a small child’s finger or tongue. Paint and other coatings or electroplating are not considered barriers that make a component inaccessible.
  • Components of electronics devices intended for children that cannot be made inaccessible and cannot currently be made with a lead level that meets the limit. 

Q. I am outside of the United States. Does the CPSIA apply to me?

A: Yes. If you are selling products to customers in the USA, you must be fully compliant with the CPSIA.

Q. Where do things stand for vintage sellers?

Vintage sellers are not required to test their products for lead and phthalates. However, you are liable should the products you sell be over the legal limits. 

Further Resources:

- For more info, read the CPSC Small Business Guide or download the PDF.

- The Consumer Product Safety Commission is in charge of implementation and enforcement of the CPSIA. Visit their CPSIA landing page. 

- You can sign up for CPSC email updates here.

- Keep informed on CPSC updates here.

Etsy blog posts on the CPSIA issue | BuyHandmade.org blog for more news

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Feb. 10, 2009 at 5:54 p.m. cozycottagecreations

Thank you so much for compiling all this information. It's been a challenge to sift through everything and it's so great (and comforting) to have it all here in a way that makes sense. Thank you Matt and Etsy for all your support!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 5:56 p.m. daniellexo

You rock, matt!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 5:57 p.m. BabbidgePatch

Thank you for the update ~ Etsy staff have provided wonderful support!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 6:04 p.m. loulouandoscar

Thanks for this article, it is such a huge and confusing issue. I feel a little more up to speed now!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 6:05 p.m. OrganicPanic

It must be so hard for people who sell kids items. I never even thought of it before I read this.

Feb. 10, 2009 at 6:08 p.m. marin

finally all the answers in one easy to read place! thank you!!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 6:10 p.m. babymoon

Great information! Etsy has been a tremendous resource through this whole ordeal!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 6:10 p.m. krize

Thanks for this information!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 6:10 p.m. bamdesigns

thanks for the upate Matt- i think that will help some of the confusion. Thank you for all the support you and etsy have given with all this confusion.

Feb. 10, 2009 at 6:15 p.m. 6060

Thanks for the article!!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 6:16 p.m. KellesKitchen

Thanks for the simplified breakdown :)

Feb. 10, 2009 at 6:17 p.m. worksofwhimsy

Thanks for clearing that up for us.

Feb. 10, 2009 at 6:20 p.m. meredithdillman

Don't throw our your vintage books!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 6:21 p.m. MommysMonkey

What a great breakdown in a form of English we can all understand!!!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 6:22 p.m. moongipsies

thank you for providing such a clear and easy to understand review !

Feb. 10, 2009 at 6:22 p.m. MountainMist

Thank you for the information, and for the support as well. We appreciate it!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 6:25 p.m. girlscantell

great breakdown of the information!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 6:31 p.m. minorthread

excellent bullet list. thank you matt!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 6:32 p.m. MithrilDreams

A district court judge overturned the US Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC's) last-minute stay last week. However, the rest of the information is good.

Feb. 10, 2009 at 6:32 p.m. lauraslefthook

Thanks for the list of items recognized as lead free. I read that myself at the CPSC site and thought it would be very helpful for everyone to see.

Feb. 10, 2009 at 6:36 p.m. CoonAndCole

Thanks for all the helpful info, this has been wonderful to hear!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 6:39 p.m. ParadisePotpourri

Wow, thanks for compiling all the low-down!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 6:39 p.m. thegratulatest

Wouldn't that be refreshing if there was a return to wood buttons and other more lasting and quality materials.

Feb. 10, 2009 at 6:40 p.m. MithrilDreams

This was sent out by Rings & Things.

http://www.rings-things.com/CPSIA-fed...

The CPSIA issued a new document today that seems to back this up.

http://www.cpsc.gov/about/cpsia/smbus...

Of course if I am wrong, please let me know.

Feb. 10, 2009 at 6:43 p.m. blynkenandnod

sweet, thanks!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 6:44 p.m. HomeCraftedGifts

Thank you for the information!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 6:50 p.m. GoldtoneDesigns

Thanks Matt!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 6:55 p.m. FeltedChicken

Thanx for putting everything in one place! There is so much info out there, it can be really confusing!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 6:57 p.m. IcingOnTheCupcake

Thank you for summarizing this for us! Very helpful!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 6:58 p.m. mom2twogals

Thank you so much Matt for the update. It is SO appreciated what you and Etsy overall has been doing to help us all out hashing through this law!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 6:58 p.m. LilBDesigns

Brilliant! Thank you, thank you!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 7:01 p.m. sugarcubed

I greatly appreciate the efforts etsy has made as a company/community regarding CPSIA. Thank you for engaging dialogue between both parties and dissmenitaing information to buyers and sellers alike.

If sellers were not already enamored with etsy, they sure are now.

I am honored to be part of such a responsible and supportive venue.

Feb. 10, 2009 at 7:03 p.m. PollyTogStitches

Great job at clarification! Thank you!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 7:10 p.m. piccoladonna2006

good info, thank you so much!!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 7:11 p.m. TheHandworkGroup

yay!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 7:21 p.m. designsbywendyt

Terrific information for everyone! Thanks so much!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 7:24 p.m. mullishmuse

glad you have taken the time to spell it all out to me, because i find it utterly confusing.

Feb. 10, 2009 at 7:24 p.m. Antiquebasketlady

thanks for the update...we have to stay strong and keep up the fight!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 7:24 p.m. Julzevi

Thank you Matt.

Feb. 10, 2009 at 7:25 p.m. moonstr

thanks for the update!!!!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 7:31 p.m. scrapnscribe

Thank you for making it understandable.

Feb. 10, 2009 at 7:33 p.m. thecleverkitty

Matt, you're a rock star!! Thank you so much for all of your support with this issue, and for helping us to make sense of the confusing mess it has created. I really appreciate it!! :)

Feb. 10, 2009 at 7:34 p.m. CrochetforEwe

Thank you so much! This was very informative and helpful!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 7:34 p.m. MondrysYknotShop

Thank you Matt, for all that you have done for us. =)

Feb. 10, 2009 at 7:42 p.m. organicquiltcompany

Thanks for the update!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 7:44 p.m. anabelfuzz

Aaah. Much clearer now. Thanks!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 7:46 p.m. SewnNatural

Much appreciated, Matt. It is so important to have clear, coherent synposes of all of the swirling information around this new law.

Feb. 10, 2009 at 7:47 p.m. bananaicecream

Great information. Thank-you

Feb. 10, 2009 at 7:47 p.m. poppylane

I've appreciated this artice from Etsy Admin. Thanks Matt!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 7:51 p.m. pumpkinhaus

Thank you so much Matt for the breakdown list! You have truly been so helpful with all of this! you are awesome!!!!!!!!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 7:52 p.m. valeriesgallery

Thank you Matt~

Feb. 10, 2009 at 7:55 p.m. TheRipMender

Ah thank you Matt for breaking it down for an easy read. Appreciate all the effort you've taken to keep us informed. :o)

Feb. 10, 2009 at 7:57 p.m. JenniLeighCreations

That's a lot to take in! Thanks for the heads up!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 7:57 p.m. SusiesSewCreative

Thanks so much. That is very helpful! I appreciate your help with this.

Feb. 10, 2009 at 7:59 p.m. HeyChica

Thanks for updating us, the list of acceptable items is especially helpful!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 8:01 p.m. bonecalinda

Very helpful and hopeful information! Thank you!!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 8:03 p.m. crazyforhue

This is incredibly helpful. I like how you handled FAQ and had everyting make sense. Please use this format in the coing months as it really does address what we can and can't do. Please keep up the good work and thank you.

Feb. 10, 2009 at 8:04 p.m. dollcloset

Thanks so much for the info!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 8:15 p.m. KeepYourBabyClose

Mithrilldreams, where did you see that the stay has been overturned?

Feb. 10, 2009 at 8:15 p.m. Midnightcreations

This looks like great and hopeful information, but I would agree more pressure is need to make this change longer then one year. But a little breathing room is nice.

Feb. 10, 2009 at 8:23 p.m. CrimsonEtClover

Verrry interesting.....

Feb. 10, 2009 at 8:23 p.m. LittleAdorables

Thank you so much!
This is info will be very helpful to many of us.
Smiles! :o)

Feb. 10, 2009 at 8:25 p.m. Ryanplz

awesome. thanks for clearing things up.
:)

Feb. 10, 2009 at 8:29 p.m. SugarFlower

Thanks for the update!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 8:45 p.m. KisforCalligraphy

Just saw this being discussed on local bay Area news station. So happy it is being discussed on the 5 o'clock news! Your hard work and dedication to "Save Handmade and Amend the CPSIA are not going unnoticed! Keep calm and carry on and thank you!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 8:45 p.m. bendawndavis

Thanks for updating us on the current status.

Feb. 10, 2009 at 8:46 p.m. ImogensGarden

thanks, Matt! good to see you're stil on top of this thing.

Feb. 10, 2009 at 9:07 p.m. bellasparty

Thank you so much for the information Matt!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 9:07 p.m. kittybblove

Great news, thanks for the update!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 9:27 p.m. JingleBells

Thank-you for the 'plain English' approach. Appreciated.

Feb. 10, 2009 at 9:34 p.m. CreationsbyCat

Thanks for this very informative and understandable information. So much rumor and hype, it's been hard to know exactly what is acceptable and the types of products that will be safe.

Feb. 10, 2009 at 9:40 p.m. frillerup

Thank you Matt. I was getting worried with all these rumors that the stay was overturned.

Feb. 10, 2009 at 9:40 p.m. mopsical

Thank you so very much for clearing this up!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 9:42 p.m. KCDDesigns

Thanks so much for posting this Matt. It really helps.

Feb. 10, 2009 at 9:50 p.m. bobsandbits

Thanks, Matt! You're our hero. : )

Feb. 10, 2009 at 9:50 p.m. bowsweet

Thanks! I've hears so many different things. That helps a bunch.

Feb. 10, 2009 at 10:22 p.m. humblebea

Thank you for making everything so clear!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 10:26 p.m. veryKIKI

Thanks for posting this!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 10:29 p.m. MountainHomeQuilts

Phew!! This is such a help; it really clarifies things! Gracias! :)

Feb. 10, 2009 at 10:34 p.m. spiceberrycottage

Thanks, Matt. Huge help. I look forward to hearing the whir of crafters all over back at work (but still keeping the heat on our reps).

Feb. 10, 2009 at 10:39 p.m. LaireMarie

Thanks for posting and following up on this - it is extremely appreciated!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 10:59 p.m. sharsplace

Thanks for the update.

Feb. 10, 2009 at 11:06 p.m. HarrietsHaven

I can't thank you enough for all of your hard work, Matt, and everyone else at etsy, and all the sellers and buyers. Thanks for the article, I feel so much better :)

Feb. 10, 2009 at 11:26 p.m. BabyStoreGALORE

SO HAPPY TO READ THIS!!! Thank you so much Matt! Keep the production going guys! ; )

Feb. 10, 2009 at 11:40 p.m. bugbitesplayfood

Brilliant! Thanks for the update Matt!

Feb. 10, 2009 at 11:57 p.m. redyellowandblueink

Thanks for being clear in your article, good info.

Feb. 11, 2009 at 12:02 a.m. craftychris

Thank you. I downloaded the pdf also. This really helps.

Feb. 11, 2009 at 12:03 a.m. veneta

Thank you SO much for compiling this information. You did a great job organizing/presenting it.

I sell vintage, so after reading this article, I decided to put a note in my shop policies that says, "Unless stated otherwise in the item description, my items are not intended for children 12 years or younger."

Feb. 11, 2009 at 12:12 a.m. LauraDollBoutique

this is VERY helpful!

Feb. 11, 2009 at 12:15 a.m. dahliadesigns

It all makes sense now! Thank you! I guess I better make sure that my 'toys' and baby items comply! eek!

Feb. 11, 2009 at 12:24 a.m. Legacy925

Thank you so much for that "Safe List"! I was absolutely terrified as I make sterling silver baby & children's jewelry, and had no idea if sterling silver required testing... Whew! What a relief. thank you again for keeping us informed on so many issues related to our business - and awareness of the world around us. I appreciate the Etsy community so much.

Feb. 11, 2009 at 12:33 a.m. imakecutestuff

Thank you SO much for writing such a clear and comprehensive article...you ROCK!!!

Feb. 11, 2009 at 12:43 a.m. SoukySuz

Great info, easy to follow format, thanks for the links!!!!

Feb. 11, 2009 at 12:59 a.m. zelaya

Great article! Even though I completely understand how this new legislation will negatively affect many small businesses that cater to children, it is also forcing us crafters to come out of the box and think in other ways of designing products to eliminate the use of metallic fasteners, and instead use more natural alternatives. It is indeed a step towards sustainable design and production, which is ultimately necessary. I'm trying to look at this on the bright side ;)

Feb. 11, 2009 at 2:11 a.m. lemondropbay

Thanks for providing this information! I appreciate your time and effort on keeping us up to date!

Feb. 11, 2009 at 2:13 a.m. amykins1111

Thanks for making this problem easy to understand and keep up with for all this time.Without all of this help a lot of us would've stayed unaware(especially me) and we wouldn't be making any progress at all with any of this

Feb. 11, 2009 at 2:44 a.m. chichiboulie

thank you for putting this together so concisely.

Feb. 11, 2009 at 4:39 a.m. raisinlike

Finally, someone explaining it all in one short and easy format. Thank you!

Feb. 11, 2009 at 4:41 a.m. willo

Huge help having definitive information like this. Many thanks.

Feb. 11, 2009 at 5:05 a.m. PatterofLittleFeet

Thanks so much for this info...it has been very helpful and has answered a lot of my questions!

Feb. 11, 2009 at 6:05 a.m. germandolls

Thanks for all the great info! Thanks so much for supporting us through this mess!

Feb. 11, 2009 at 6:09 a.m. scire4

Thanks!

Feb. 11, 2009 at 6:19 a.m. artsyfingers

Thanks Matt,nice work.

Feb. 11, 2009 at 6:47 a.m. PeanutandTommy

Whaw! Thanks.

Feb. 11, 2009 at 7:25 a.m. mattscraftywife

Yeah, this is what I needed, very clear and concise. THANKS!

Feb. 11, 2009 at 7:36 a.m. jammerdesignz

Thank you for the updates.

Feb. 11, 2009 at 7:54 a.m. copabananas

thanks for the breakdown! much appreciated!

Feb. 11, 2009 at 8:28 a.m. tangledhangers

THANK YOU SOOO MUCH ~ MATT !!!! ; *)
THIS ARTICLE WAS *GREAT*... VERY CLEAR & HELPFUL !!
I REALLY APPRECIATE YOU TAKING THE TIME TO UPDATE THIS INFO !!!
TODAY IS THE 11TH & I FEEL LIKE I CAN START THE DAY WITH A *SMILE* !!!
THANKS A BUNCH !!! ; *)

H })i({

Feb. 11, 2009 at 8:39 a.m. Mimiandlola

Thanks Matt for the update! This article was very informative.

Feb. 11, 2009 at 8:41 a.m. everydaycelebrations

Thanks for letting us know!

Feb. 11, 2009 at 9:01 a.m. FlutterBabyGifts

Thanks Matt!! This article was very helpful!

Feb. 11, 2009 at 9:08 a.m. happyexpat

thanks... very helpful.

Feb. 11, 2009 at 9:08 a.m. theenchantedcupboard

Thank you Matt!

Feb. 11, 2009 at 9:10 a.m. oliveandollie

Thank you, Matt!

Feb. 11, 2009 at 9:27 a.m. EarthBabyDesigns

Matt, you are truly a hero. Thanks for all your hard work as an advocate to us sellers of children's items.

By the way, there are Etsians who sell natural fastenings made of bone, wood and stone. Would be nice to see a few of those sellers featured at the bottom of this article so we can find them.

Feb. 11, 2009 at 9:27 a.m. laraandmedolls

Thank you so very much for writing such a clear, easy to understand article.

I really do appreciate it.

You ROCK Matt :)

Feb. 11, 2009 at 10 a.m. mkjn

Thanks so much for this article!

Feb. 11, 2009 at 10:17 a.m. FlanneryCrane

Thanks for contributing this article. I know everyone has been concerned and you have narrowed the information down for us. THANKS

Feb. 11, 2009 at 10:52 a.m. AnnieandOlive

Thank you for the article!!

Feb. 11, 2009 at 10:56 a.m. PoisonedCreations

Thanks for clearing things up!

Feb. 11, 2009 at 11:10 a.m. SkribblyKids

Thank you

This is so much more clear!

Feb. 11, 2009 at 12:37 p.m. shufreak13

Finally a breakdown for the layperson! Thank you!

Feb. 11, 2009 at 12:59 p.m. mommyslittlecritters

As a member of etsy whos inventory consists of mostly childrens items it was great to see all of this information in one place and in term we can all understand. Thank you for this article!

Feb. 11, 2009 at 1:37 p.m. CutieDynamite

Great info!

Feb. 11, 2009 at 1:42 p.m. sunshinesalad

Thanks for the informative article. Just what I was looking for. :-)

Feb. 11, 2009 at 1:45 p.m. mkdesigner

In the list of inherently exempt, you've listed - Yarn, dyed or undyed - Great news for me!! Could we please have the source for the dyed part of that item? I've got a ton of commercially dyed yarns produced here in the U.S. Thank you for all your hard work in this!! ~ Marge ~

Feb. 11, 2009 at 1:59 p.m. beezmiller

I would really like to be kept informed about CPSIA, but that outlined font is extremely difficult to read. Is it just me?

Feb. 11, 2009 at 2:02 p.m. bondagetea

I want the yarn info, too, if you have it.

Thank you for the links, and thank you for the clearly worded and very understandable article! So much of the information out there is just unreadable.

Feb. 11, 2009 at 2:22 p.m. designsbynana

Thank you so much for the info. My eyes were opened this morning when a boutique droped me due to being afraid over this ruling. I do try so hard to use the purest and highest quality on all of my products ... I hope there will be a resolution to this ASAP!!!! all of my products are 100% cotton or minky...My only question would be the velcro???? on the bibs.

Anyway, Thank you again...I shall stay put, fight for what I believe in, and hope for the best.

Nana

Feb. 11, 2009 at 2:47 p.m. CrochetRoanoke

Thank you for the information, especially the break-down of the materials considered to be lead-free.

Feb. 11, 2009 at 3:20 p.m. PipocaHandmade

Great info. Is there anything further one do if not living in the US, besides signing online petitions?

Feb. 11, 2009 at 3:48 p.m. haddy2dogs

Thank you for the info!

Feb. 11, 2009 at 4:14 p.m. jodieflowers

OMG! My monster patch is featured here!! Thanks so much! Peace and Etsy love! Handmade Rules!

Feb. 11, 2009 at 4:19 p.m. CotterJames

I have to wonder if personal care products that contain synthetic fragrance oils are targeted as well. Synthetic fragrance oils contain Phthalates and I've noted that some distributors of fragrance oils are marketing new lines of Phthalate-free synthetic fragrance oil.

It would seem appropriate that those who use fragrance oils containing phthalates are liable since children are easily exposed to these kinds of products even if they aren't marketed directly at children. Any one have thoughts on this?

Feb. 11, 2009 at 4:59 p.m. bouji

Finally, someone explaining it all in one short and easy format. Thank you!

Feb. 11, 2009 at 5:17 p.m. thetrendytot

thanks for doing this in such an easy to understand format!

Feb. 11, 2009 at 5:20 p.m. MicheleMichelSilver

great explanation. Thanks.

Feb. 11, 2009 at 5:23 p.m. missmollywear

Wonderful! Thank you for the easy to understand info!

Feb. 11, 2009 at 8:05 p.m. yarncoture

Thanks for the wonderfully easy explanation!

Feb. 11, 2009 at 8:41 p.m. isabellaboo

Thanks Matt for the updates! I have been SO confused!

Feb. 11, 2009 at 9:18 p.m. BossysFeltworks

Thanks for such a clear and concise document Matt. We've got our fingers crossed for Senator DeMint's legislative amendment to the CPSIA (and we're writing and calling our Senators- crafters shall be heard!).

Feb. 11, 2009 at 10:10 p.m. seaspray

Matt, Thanks for doing all this ground work for us. Yiou are a gem!

Feb. 11, 2009 at 11:53 p.m. RMDCreations

Thanks Matt. I will keep emailing and calling congress and senators. Dont forget to email President Obama too..

Feb. 12, 2009 at 4:07 a.m. Iammie

Nice article, nice stuffs!

Feb. 12, 2009 at 6:44 a.m. busybeeworker

Thank you for taking the time to give us this information. It's great to know what is and is not going to affect our selling

Feb. 12, 2009 at 9:01 a.m. isabellaboo

Great info! Thank you, Matt! I really appreciate all that you and Etsy are doing to help us fight this!

Feb. 12, 2009 at 9:27 a.m. MyLemonadeStand

thank you so much, excellent summary

Feb. 12, 2009 at 11:49 a.m. redcrowgoods

Thank you for keeping as informed on this matter.

Feb. 12, 2009 at 1:40 p.m. bluestarbutterflies

I don't know what I'd do with out you. Thank you SO much!

Feb. 12, 2009 at 5:54 p.m. tapestry316

You're right, Matt - we need to keep the pressure on and not let this get buried in all the other legislation. Things have changed on a daily basis sometimes. Keep letting your representatives know where you stand on this issue!

Feb. 12, 2009 at 8:22 p.m. ksewingbasket

Thanks for the summary!

Feb. 13, 2009 at 2:43 a.m. ClackamasCrochetChic

Thank you for making it simple to sort out the info. and find more!

Feb. 13, 2009 at 9:40 a.m. isleofmuse

Defintely helpful. Thank you!

Feb. 13, 2009 at 5:47 p.m. FlutterbyFibers

YAY! Yarn, wood, natural fibers... thanks so much for simplifying this for all of us! : )

Feb. 13, 2009 at 5:58 p.m. dbByDesign

I have to add a HUGE THANK YOU along with everyone else! This whole situation has been a bit confusing, but you/etsy do a great job to make sure that everything is clear and understandable! Much appreciated!

Feb. 13, 2009 at 6:16 p.m. fireflyshop2008

Thank you so much!

Feb. 13, 2009 at 7:12 p.m. preciouspigtails3

Thanks so much for the update!

Feb. 13, 2009 at 7:21 p.m. rabbithorns

really well done summary. thanks!

anyone remember Y2K? the sky didn't fall after all.....told you so.

Feb. 13, 2009 at 7:21 p.m. VisualConcepts

Thank you! I appreciate the information. That's what makes Etsy so wonderful!

Feb. 13, 2009 at 7:27 p.m. FruitOfMyHands

Thanks Matt for the update and for clarification.

Feb. 13, 2009 at 7:32 p.m. alternatecanvasofaz

Thanks for the information, Matt. I wasn't sure how this requirement affected fabric. Now I know.

Feb. 13, 2009 at 7:52 p.m. grannyssquare

Thank for the information update. So many obstacles for the small business crafters to worry about. But with your information, at least I can shop for materials to use in my creations that are lead free/safe.

Feb. 14, 2009 at 4:27 a.m. brownbunnybyiris

Matt, thanks for all the information!

Feb. 14, 2009 at 7:36 a.m. NewEnglandQuilter

Great Summary! Thank you!

Feb. 14, 2009 at 10:09 a.m. jnilsson06

Thank you SOOO much, Matt for posting this update. I am so glad that Etsy ALWAYS has our best interests at heart!

Feb. 14, 2009 at 11:15 a.m. BabyKDesigns

Matt, thank you the updates! I appreciate you helping us all stay informed. Nicely done!

Feb. 14, 2009 at 12:20 p.m. MyLadyBuggles

Thank you so much for compiling this It is so easy to understand. Hooray for Etsy and its awesome staff, you guys rock!

Feb. 14, 2009 at 2:21 p.m. KnitBerry

Thanks. Veru informative. I feel much better now!

Feb. 14, 2009 at 2:28 p.m. dordlor

Thanks for the info.

Feb. 14, 2009 at 11:20 p.m. SKNaturals

Thanks! Great recap.

Feb. 15, 2009 at 3:28 p.m. ILuvUTutuMuch

Thanks for the info!

Feb. 15, 2009 at 11:22 p.m. Power2Parents

Hi Matt,

I've done something pretty bold on my home page - http://www.maidenUS.com and just posted a blog post tonight called "CPSIA - If ever there were a time to ask questions, it is NOW" (http://www.tristansepinion.blogspot.com). Also, there's a new Fox News piece that doesn't dig too deeply but it's better than nothing, as well as an NPR piece re: replacing phalates with OTHER chemicals, one of which is known to cause kidney damage in rats (referenced on my blog). It will be interesting to see things developed as more everyday citizens begin to realize how this impacts them in a real way, don't you think?

Interesting times!
Cheers,
Tristan Benz
Maiden Amerca

Feb. 17, 2009 at 7:41 a.m. larksmoon

Thank you for the update;)

Feb. 17, 2009 at 6:13 p.m. OutOfSomething

Thank you so much for this info! I have been focusing on children's items lately and was sad that I might have to quit! Finding information about the CPSIA was a bit confusing at times and this was so helpful! Thanks again!

Feb. 18, 2009 at 5:34 a.m. FruteJuce

Thanks very useful information.

Feb. 18, 2009 at 11:59 p.m. rakubuttons

Very useful summary. Let's please continue to write our representatives so we do not have to do another panic spin at the next deadline. They need to keep hearing from us to know we are still concerned.

Feb. 19, 2009 at 5:03 a.m. vixigirl

Useful information. Thank you so much.

Feb. 19, 2009 at 10:24 a.m. Born2BeeWild

Thanks!!!

Feb. 19, 2009 at 5:42 p.m. CherryLaneJane

this was very helpful! Thanks:)

Feb. 25, 2009 at 10:29 a.m. KBeaulieu

this was VERY helpful!! Thank you :o)

Feb. 27, 2009 at 10:34 p.m. BirdWatching

This is great info! Thanks for clearing it up!

June 5, 2009 at 5:26 p.m. Grandmothershouse

Thank you for the info - will be looking to you wonderful folks at Etsy to continue this dialogue......and keep us informed.

July 12, 2009 at 12:40 a.m. Tina669

Thanks for this information!

Aug. 5, 2009 at 2:03 p.m. abellaboutique

Any new information??

Nov. 7, 2009 at 2:49 p.m. sdfgsdg


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