If a cosmetic material is used in a toy set which has play value would it be classified as a part of the toy and therefore subject to the ban on phthalates?
Yes. If a cosmetic material is included in a toy set it is required to meet the requirements of the phthalates ban. However, cosmetics in general when not packaged with a toy, are not covered by the section 108 prohibitions and fall under the jurisdiction of the Food and Drug Administration. Posted 12/04/2008. Back to FAQ Page May a manufacturer use a phthalate that is not banned or an alternative plasticizer in a childrens toy or child care article. The CPSIA has permanently banned DEHP, DBP, and BBP, while DINP, DIDP and DnOP are banned on an interim basis. However, an unbanned phthalate or an alternative plasticizer that is not one of the above banned phthalates may be used in a childrens toy or child care article. During the upcoming study of phthalates required by the legislation, an assessment of the interim banned phthalates DINP, DIDP and DnOP will be conducted, to include an assessment of the full range of other phthalates and phthalate alternatives, for potential health effec
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