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Thursday, November 19, 2009

In A Shocking Turn Of Events, Lead Is Found In Some Toys At Target

Posted by Missy W. @ 12:12 PM

“WASHINGTON - Children’s toys carrying the Barbie and Disney logos have turned up with high levels of lead in them, according to a California-based advocacy group — a finding that may give consumers pause as they shop for the holiday season…Among those with high lead levels: a Barbie Bike Flair Accessory Kit and a Disney Tinkerbell Water Lily necklace. The group said it also found excessive lead in a Dora the Explorer Activity Tote, two pairs of children’s shoes, a boys belt and a kids’ poncho.”

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