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The Daily Green: Safe Toy Watch: Toy Recalls and Lead-Free Toys

A Special Report : The latest recall news and hundreds of toys that are lead free and/or made in America.

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Millions of toys — all made in China — have been recalled in recent weeks because they have unsafe levels of lead paint, a potent brain poison that can lower IQ, cause learning disabilities and even, some studies suggest, trigger violent behavior. In The Daily Green's Special Report, find all the information you need this holiday season on recalled toys and lead-free safe toys.

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Editor's Picks: USA-Made Toys Years 6-10

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