Hi, Maia! They make magnetic structure sets. The guide has been updated to include KidKraft. Magformers Ill be forwarding this to friends and family , What about Honeysticks Beeswax Crayons? When we find amazing non-toxic products, we want to share them! Do you know anything about TenderLeaf Toys based in the UK? I am tempted to call these Good Stuff, but am sticking with my rule that nothing plastic gets categorized as such! https://minilandgroup.com/educational/en/sensory-balls/. They are magnetic wooden blocks. Also have you seen these baby dolls: Hello, The healthy Stuff analysed some of Plan Toys and they had heave metals like arsenic (the solid drum), clhorine, arsenic and more (the farmer). Does anyone know about Beyblades? Im pretty sure this is the same brand as Battat / B Toys, and they are listed as okay. This list needs to be updated. I am worried sick now that he had been playing with plastic since he was a baby. Thank you so much for this list!! Have you looked at Tegu? Are ALL of Manhattan Toys unsafe? I was wondering about kidkraft as well since they make such a large variety of play kitchens and dollhouses. This company is also committed to environmental sustainability in their packaging. Some of their toys can be purchased on Amazon. So why dont use some colorful applications that will help to entertain a toddler and spend time with benefit to both kids and their parents? For tents, just make sure to ask if flame retardants are used. Haba produces most of their wooden toys in Germany, and they use nontoxic paints and finishes. Hi, Made in Germany of hard maple and beechwood, Holztiger wooden animals are colored with water-based paint and finished with a water-based sealants. Our selection of productsincluding lotions, soaps, personal lubricants, and sunscreensnever include phthalates, parabens, nanoparticles, or synthetic fragrances. If they are not safe, are there any good alternative ring links for baby toys? Our USA facilities are OSHA and ISO compliant and have been approved and audited by Bureau Veritas. I called awhile ago (before my son got one of their baby dolls) and they said the dolls dont have any of the tubing in them! Thank you, Great article! Like Plan, Tender Leaf Toys are made of rubberwood and painted with water-based paints. Im not a fan of the fact that they are Made in China, but someone sent one as a gift, so I want to double check. Hi I know this is an old post but I am wondering about Le Toy Van. He was about 2. Thank you so much, this list has been my go to for info on safe toys! See The Okay Stuff below for a bunch of safe plastic toys. Most are made from pvc unfortunately. HI there! I recently discovered Obrium toys for adding to our current wooden train sets, any information on that brand? Thank you! Id love to hear thoughts. I bought several for them both for Christmas. I bought him a few after reading they are Good Stuff. What is unsafe about those? Hi, do you know of safe baby dolls to buy that dont have vinyl? TransformersLike Legos, Hasbro Transformers are made of ABS plastic, so I assumed they would be safe. What do you think about TAF toys? PVC is vinyl, so no I wouldnt call these Good Stuff. My son loves Green Toys so I was glad they at least made the Okay list. Thank you! Eeek, my kid uses our crayola sidewalk chalk indoors to color daily- is there an alternative or brand you reccomend!? Unfortunately these do not seem to be Good Stuff. And of course, chewing and licking them. Ill start to put preference on Haba and Plan over Hape. Is the wooden painted foods from food group Melissa and Doug SAFE?? Hello, are not safe Janod and Playmobil? Many of Ikeas toys are made in China, although some are made in Sweden. Thanks for doing this!!! Thank you so much for the list! They are waldorf inspired but have a smile and extra clothes and are organic. When I asked the company, they said that the dolls are BPA free, lead free, and phthalate free. Ive had their playkits for over a year. Or any chalk that is non-toxic pretty please ? Im curious where you place Guidecraft. I discovered your site I think shortly after I gave birth a couple of years ago, and Ive been referring mommy friends to your site ever since. I figured you would probably want to know so that you can research it for yourself. Also curious if you know anything about the felt food that ikea and target sell? Its very helpful. Most dinosaur toys are bad because they are made of vinyl (youll know by the smell). Luca. Any recommendations for sidewalk chalk? These posts feature a video from our YouTube channel. Im also curious about Wonderworld I think I read a couple years ago that their practices were very similar to Plan (made in Thailand out of rubber wood, water-based paints, etc.). https://www.safariltd.com/our-process#safety. I thought that was heavy metals free and the analyse are worried. Here are some made of ABS plastic that your son might like: http://amzn.to/2yTB73n. We do have some teethers, lemonade sets, and sand trucks Made in the USA as they are made using a corn base. When my son turned One , he received so many plastic toys. Is their plastic safe? I know they are not good so I hope you have a recommendation . best of luck. We hope this toy guide is helpful for those of you looking to have a toxin-free and environmentally-responsible holiday! Chewbeads are made in China I havent checked the rest of the Good Toy list. Are they made in the US? What are your thoughts on Eeboo, Crocodile Creek, and Djeco? I have opted out of Melissa and Doug as I have read some negative reviews about their paint. Babys developing systems and small size means they are especially affected by the toxic burden of most conventional baby products. They definitely look like Good Stuff!! While not organic or certified as non-toxic, I think Steiff is the best brand for more realistic stuffed animals. Can you comment on the safety/toxicity of these two brands or recommened another brand that is better for bigger/older kids? Their paints are water-based and free of all solvents. Thanks! Hi! walmarts spark imagine create wooden puzzles are made in china they do not saynontoxic paint are they safe for babies under 1 year? Any thoughts on safe dinosaur toys? If there are toxins in their products, I would like to know about it, since my daughter has been exposed to a lot of their toys. Im looking at a Melissa & Doug or KidKraft kitchen. I love your guides. The company Victory Kids is operating under the main company Velo Transit (that manufactures waterproof backpacks in SeaTac, WA). On Magna-tiles website it states theyll made of ABS plastic, with no differentiation between the various styles. Most smtrain tables with wood tracks are made by kidkraft. I bought a kitchen for my grandson when He was little but cannot remember the brand. Do you have any recommendations for a company that sells a decent non-toxic baby doll? Our wooden toys are finished with water based stains vs using paints. How about the soft animals from Jellycat? Is prang hygieia chalk a safe alternative? Duplo and MegaBlocks are also safe. Im super sad about Playmobil, we LOVE those.). Ive assembled a collection of my kids favorite. My son has gotten multiple Thomas train and tracks handed down to him from cousins but I have confiscated them all because of the lead paint issue. My kids used to love MashEms, and we have many of them. I keep googling and goggling but I dont seem to be coming up with much just yet. I know theyre not eco-friendly, by I can get them secondhand. What about the brand Woodlet? I recently bought a Begin Again puzzle and so excited to get it. I need a safe alternative!!!! Thanks, Its the cleanest sidewalk chalk I have found yet. Hello, good list. The lovevery kits are made in China.what do you think about that? sidewalk chalk! Its not made from renewable materials, but from a toxicity standpoint Im not worried. Apple Park makes sweet plush toys made with 100% certified organic cotton and OEKO-TEX 100 toxin-free dyes. I moved away from schleich and bought safari Ltd, what do you think of Safari LTD, Terra by Battat, lakeshore learning, or Kaplan early learning brands? Toys Hi Maia, My kids really want stuffies for Christmasin particular chicken stuffies. Thanks for the list! Safe play kitchen advice? What about dry erase markers?? I was disappointed to learn on Healthystuff.org thatPlaymobil is contaminated by a range of toxins and heavy metals. The only dinosaur toys on the list are on a dead link. PlanToys wooden toys are made from natural rubberwood trees that no longer produce latex. Lovery manufactures their toys in China. Just a couple though. Thanks for the post! So confusing! The Swedish giant has phased out PVC from all of their toys, but dont offer a lot of info on the paints or glues used. Hi, how about Rose & Rex toys? This is the link: I also saw that they are made in China? https://androidappsforme.com/free-android-apps-for-toddlers/, For example, were fond of different painting and music apps. Thanks for your article. Animal figures?? We have Lovevery, but Im not sure why thats on the just okay list? How do you feel about Fisher Price products? Is it safe to use? I love them, but have a fear they are not as great as they are advertised to be. I only see that the tubing is mentioned, but what about toys that are wood but dont seem to have any tubing? I found these natural rubber ones by miniland, have you heard of them or know if this is a safe product? They develop creativity and fantasy. Thank you so much! They claim to be fully non toxic and pthalate and lead and BPA free, but then when I dug deeper, I saw that they are made of child-safe PVC and I am wondering if that actually means safe? These stains have been selected for their water based formulas and have been independently tested for USA, Europe, Australia-New Zealand, Japan, and South Korean toy standards. Thank you for this list! Looking for childrens cooking supplies for retail. Theyre listed as Okay Stuff, but you reference only the clear Magna-Tiles as made with non-leaching ABS plastic. Are certificated Oh muy daughter have both brands of toys and I am very worry about. My new granddaughter I dont know yet? What brand for wooden trains would be the best? Are all of the Plan Toys train pieces safe? I noticed the ones you had listed are no longer available and would love to find an alternative. Their puzzles were rubbing off dark stuff when I cleaned them. Also, I have tons of Melissa and Doug. What about Little Tikes toys that are labeled as made in the USA? Ive had bad luck with Little Tykesnamely, a strong vinyl smell in their tires. Ingredients include simply organic corn starch and natural mineral pigments. I called Manhattan toys about their Stella baby dolls. I tend to purchase the Green Toys dough over Play dough. xo. Our 5 month old grandbaby visited for Thanksgiving and loved the ball toy and the wooden rattle. Would you mind looking into Le Toy Van and Tender Leaf Toys? They have some really cool blocks, but I was worried because they dont seem to give quite as much information on their website as Plan Toys and I know that rubber wood can be manufactured using strong anti-fungals. You can see the whole lineup of stainless steel toys here. Thank you for all your dedication, and Happy Holidays to you and yours! Now I am freaking out learning about lead, PVC, phthalates, etc. I wouldnt be overly concerned, but also wouldnt call Fisher Price Good Stuff. I am sick of it. Unfortunately, Melissa & Doug toys are all made in China, and some of them have been found to be contaminated with heavy metals. Habas timber comes from sustainable forests from Germany, Finland, and Russia. This is a great clarifying questionall of them are safe! If you know anything about this, Id love to hear! This is great news for moms like me, who often feel like we are drowning in a sea of Legos! So I wouldnt recommended their products as Good Stuff. I havent been able to find any information on the toxic ingredients they are either free of or contain. of their toys might be made in Indonesia. The kinds that have interlocking pieces? Pretty much all the other popular magnetic block brands listed in this article, except Magnatiles which you already covered: https://blogs.babycenter.com/products_and_prizes/magna-tiles-vs-magformers-a-magnetic-tile-review/. Do you still think they are non toxic? Unfortunately, I dont think these are any better! I also want to know about the safety of Lovevery kits and KidKraft (specifically the play kitchens)! I love you because I dont have to worry about the safety of items I buy from you. Plan makes all of their non-toxic toys in a sustainable factory in Thailand, where they maintain control and employ solar power. What a lifesaver! Thanks so much for the guide! Are secure for children? And mega blocks? Ive been looking for a safe brand of realistic animal figurines. Do you have a suggestion for animal figurines that are safe but look life like. Is a mistake of ecocenter analyse? I bought Safari Ltd figurines this year and they are beautiful and seem to be free of most concerning stuff. (By the way, if you are interested in finding safe, non-toxic teethers/baby toys, check out. Are any of these bad stuff? https://www.ecocenter.org/healthy-stuff/samples/baby-vegetables-set, https://www.ecocenter.org/healthy-stuff/samples/fruit-vegetable-play-set-5337. Legos are made of ABS plastic, which is a safe, non-leaching type. Whats wrong with the Fisher Price stacker pictured on your list? They claim to be made from 100% natural latex from Hevea rubber trees. He was chewing on the veggie set since he got them. Also disappointed to hear about the Schleich toys! Dont know thesebut will look into them! Everything is made without PVC, and using recycled paper and vegetable inks. Dough Parlour I hope she will say her thought on this. Also, how much should I be concerned about flame retardants on stuffed animals? Do you know of any beaded mazes that are safe for infants ? Before buying from them, I sent them an email asking about their toys. I love them but I get it. And with my little ones, some of the dough inevitably lands on the floor and then into the garbage. We have such a fantastic collection now I plan on saving them for my grandkids! ), Hevea, Grimms, EcoKids, and Petit Collage (their puzzles are the BEST we own four of the beginner puzzle sets now, and they are possibly my sons favorite toys; he is two, and he has played with them probably every day for the past year). Yes! Its a perfect arrangement! If you want a truly toxin-free toy box, you will need to: Heres a quick non-toxic toys cheat sheet: Some types of toys are consistently found to more toxic than others in study after study. Hi! https://minilandgroup.com/educational/en/sensory-balls/, https://gimmethegoodstuff.org/store/under-the-nile-hazel-dress-up-doll/?utm_source=Custom%20Feed&utm_campaign=klevu-feed&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=29324, https://gimmethegoodstuff.org/store/eco-kids-hopscotch-chalk-eggs/, https://www.toysrus.ca/en/WoodletsFruit-SetR-Exclusive/638E339E.html, https://www.ecocenter.org/healthy-stuff/samples/baby-vegetables-set, https://www.urbaninfant.com/non-toxic-toddler-kids-chunky-sidewalk-chalk/, https://www.safariltd.com/our-process#safety, https://www.amazon.com/B-toys-Battat-Tropicleania-Cleaning/dp/B00IWCQJVC/ref=mp_s_a_1_27?ie=UTF8&qid=1544135211&sr=8-27&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=b.toy, http://goobi.com/magnetic_construction_set_building_toy_sale/product_info.php/goobi-110-magnetic-construction-set-p-2051?osCsid=0a145b9d3e5542b2d879a0f5614ec650, https://gimmethegoodstuff.org/store/corkimat-lite-nontoxic-playmat/, http://www.ecocenter.org/healthy-stuff/samples/farmer-71360, https://blogs.babycenter.com/products_and_prizes/magna-tiles-vs-magformers-a-magnetic-tile-review/. Are these safe? This newer brand uses solid wood, non-toxic water-based paints, and organic cotton for almost all of its toys. And you included in your list like good chose What toys are safe now? However, I just found out that the one he bought was made in China. Also is there a safe chalk you recommend? furious. What are your thoughts on green sprouts products like this? https://gimmethegoodstuff.org/store/corkimat-lite-nontoxic-playmat/. Any remommendations on play tables? when my husband sent pics from the store I thought it was battat brand which i like, but unfortunately its jadore. Le Toy Van. I love Camdens amazing line of wooden toys and teethers. Thank you for the list! Thanks so much! You have already commented about Melissa and Doug products. Im trying to decide if this or the other popular one (also made in China) are a good choice for my little one. I would love to get my Littles a play kitchen for Christmas but want it to be non-toxic. https://www.tenderleaftoys.com/about-us. Thank you for shedding light on whether toy brands are toxic. I am asking in regards to a brand called Goobi. Their toys look promising, but I havent been able to find out whether or not they have any hidden toxins. do you know anything about Jadore wood toys? And Gimme The Good Stuff sells them in your on-line store. I know Hape is on the list. Is there any reason that the clear ones are named specifically? TCGs Road Racers Play Mat was found to have high levels of bromine in a study by HealthyStuff.org. Ive be interested to know if Maia has researched it. Green toys are among the best plastic toys you can find. They are a cheaper version of the magnatiles (which I love). i think that they are finecertainly better than plastic! In the case of PlanToys: they told me that three years before cutting down the rubber trees, they stop using any fertilizer, so that all harvested wood is toxin-free. http://goobi.com/magnetic_construction_set_building_toy_sale/product_info.php/goobi-110-magnetic-construction-set-p-2051?osCsid=0a145b9d3e5542b2d879a0f5614ec650. This company didnt get back to us with any certifications to back this claim up, but they assured us that none of their plush toys are treated with flame retardants. Do you know if crayola chalk is safe? Great piece! Thank you for all that you do! Magna-Tiles are one of my boys favorite toys, and while they are manufactured in China, theydo not contain any BPA, phthalates, PVC, or other toxic materials. I was thinking of purchasing their Go Car for my nephew this Christmas but Id be interested to see what you have to say first. The house, bus, cars, ships are made of Abs and the families are made of phtalathes free PVC. Thanks so much for supporting our store:). Caroll dolls? Thanks! Id love to hear the reasoning for it to be on the Ok list. Thank you for a detailed review on these toy brands! However, the dolls are made with PVC, just phthalate free PVC. What do you know abou Bigjigs toys? Almost all of our duplos have come from Goodwill. Thanks so much for this valuable information! Dear Becca hi I am Carol and a grandmother. Hi Maia! Comment below and let us know! Yes, we are convinced that Lovery toys are nontoxic. One safe option is the one from Land of Nod. On this very website! Are there any non-toxic plastic figurine options? So whats the best alternative for kiddos who love to play with plastic animals? Unfortunately, Legos are not recyclable, so I still dont consider this an eco-friendly toy. I think of the more realistic options, Steiff is probably best. My son loves his. B brand toys from Target. This brand makes my very favorite wooden letter blocks, which are handcrafted in the USA out of basswood and printed with nontoxic ink. Unfortunately, they have been found to contain xylene. Whats the difference between good and okay? hugs Carol xo Becca I am going through the same thing with Christmas looking up dinosaurs and the ratings are all wrong. What about WonderWorld? Are all the land of nod play teepees and tents free of flame retardants? My favorite wooden animals are those by Ostheimer, mostly because of simply how pretty they are. I had been avoiding buying anything from The Shrunks since they say they are non-toxic pvc but I didnt think that existed. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Thanks again for all your research, wed be lost without you! I was surprised to see Schelich on the sneaky list because I also love them. (P.S. So glad to hear this. Steiff animals are made from higher-quality materials, like mohair, alpaca, cashmere, 100% cotton, and wool felt. Hi there! I am wondering what you might know about Boley animal figurines? I bought it on amazon and my daughter approved. Hi this is such a wonderful resource! Thank you for this! Thank you for your imformation That said, there are some plastics that are likely completely inert and therefore dont present a health risk. Ive noticed Hape hasnt made the list whether good, bad, or sneaky. Can you recommend their products as safe? Is the apple park organic baby dolls safe? My child has three Begin again toys. I bought her Rainbow Designs toys on ebay from a British company, I am half British. When I was unpacking it I was very impressed but then I see. What about terra by battat?? Therere different opinions. We cannot say with certainty that nothing they make is safe, however this brand didnt make our Good Stuff list. Tegu blocks are made of solid wood and coated with water-based paints with water-based pigments. I wonder if the Green Toys dough is any better than the Play Dough? Should we probably not continue its use? Here is the website: LEGO now has a recycling program within the US. Baby dolls, like this one by JC Toys, are usually made of vinyl. I have bought him some and he loves them. The plastic aspect is an issue of course, but what about their toxicity? Thank you for this great list. Copyright 2022 Gimme the Good Stuff.Store Policies. Or do you consider the solid colored, frost, or ice ones also safe? Any non-plastic recommendations for dinosaurs for toddlers/preschoolers? You might want to check out Urban Infants Non-Toxic Toddler Sidewalk Chalk. Many of you have asked me about the play kitchens made by KidKraft. I recently bought Apple Park toys for my newborn, made of cotton and free from harsh chemicals, but made in China. Free shipping on orders of $75 and up! My daughter gets gifted them often. Matchbox cars were found to contain toxic chemicals in this study. They have helped me to pick everything from sippy cups to toothpaste to cleaning supplies! Hi! Those should be fine, but of course still plastic so not an eco-friendly choice! Kid Made Modern We own a lot of Schleich animal figurines, because I assumed they would be safer than the cheap alternatives (its a German company and the animals are beautiful and high-quality, the paint never chips, and they dont smell toxic). I am curious what Maias reply for this.. Thanks for the list. Can you recommend any brands for kid stuff animals rather than baby toys? I am searching everywhere for a safe pretend cleaning toy set(mop, broom, etc. thanks for it, Have you heard of tender leaf toys? To keep the wood pure, no fertilizer is added to the soil for at least three years prior to harvesting the wood, and the wood is strengthened via a chemical-free kiln-drying process. A lot of you asked about this brand, and while their toys are made in China, they are all free of lead, phthalates, and BPA. Any thoughts? xo I steer clear of Melissa and Doug. I too am wondering about B toys. I was a waldorf mom and used to make dolls. I recently discovered Le Toy Van, a brand that makes adorable wooden toys (lots of play food, doll houses, baby doll accessories, classic toys) they are based in the UK, and it looks like (at least some?) Be especially cautious when purchasing: For the purposes of this guide, I am not going to designate any toys that are entirely made of plastic as Good Stuff.. I ordered Begin Again Bath toys and when they came, realized each figure has made in China written on the bottoms! Do you know something about those brands: Djeco, Viga and animal planet. I researched prior to buying and it looked like it was. https://gimmethegoodstuff.org/store/under-the-nile-hazel-dress-up-doll/?utm_source=Custom%20Feed&utm_campaign=klevu-feed&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=29324, Hi, what are your thoughts on these brands? Do you have any information on them? We own these toys in part due to your excellent research and recommendations, so thank you! Are there other options for wooden puzzles with the same detailed quality as Ravensburger (if these, too, contain chemicals or toxins)? What do you think about bromine, Maia? Dismiss. Dont see your favorite toys in any of the Good, Okay, Bad, or Sneaky categories? It didnt seem to specifically say on the website. Theyre so ubiquitous and beloved and sketchy. Hoping it will expand to Canada and other countries! We just cant afford to pay over $200 for one mat:(. Unfortunately, Schleich figurines are made of PVC, and they only mention being free of the phthalates that are banned in childrens toys. I have looked into the details of Lovevery and feel comfortable with their oversight of the Chinese-made toys they sell, Do you know about the Picasso Magnetic Tiles? I tried not to worry as they are non toxic but today, I found out from ecocenter website that it has bromine. ? Do you know if they are safe? How about Terra by Battat, Safari LTD, and Boon (bath toys)? Could you please recommend okay mats for low budget families? Im looking for a non-toxic alternative to the infamous sensory balls for babies. Hi Beth. I may have missed it, but have you/could you review Le Toy Van please? thank you for all your info here! Very helpful. Thanks This non-toxic toy guide helps you minimize the risks to both your kids and the planet by investing in higher-quality, non-toxic toys. They sent me a list of materials they use. Do you know if Bruder metal toys are safe? See example: https://www.toysrus.ca/en/WoodletsFruit-SetR-Exclusive/638E339E.html. https://www.amazon.com/B-toys-Battat-Tropicleania-Cleaning/dp/B00IWCQJVC/ref=mp_s_a_1_27?ie=UTF8&qid=1544135211&sr=8-27&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=b.toy. , Your email address will not be published. We have been getting their play kits since my daughter was born, and I thought they were one of the best non-toxic product companies out there nowadays. I was wondering if you had any experience/insight into the brand. I could look up the kitchen brand for you on amazon and it was the boys version.