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Two baby dolls wearing pink are being used to demonstrate head-straps

Consumers warned of possible safety risks with the use of baby bottle self-feeding devices and children's car seat head straps

The ACCC is investigating the safety of aftermarket children’s car seat head straps and baby bottle self-feeding devices, after the Assistant Treasurer issued Safety Warning Notices for each of the products.

6 Aug 2024

Photos of various types of oodie patterns that are being recalled

'Oodie' pays more than $100,000 in penalties following alleged failure to put fire danger warning labels on Kids Beach Oodies

Davie Clothing Pty Ltd, supplier of the popular loungewear brand ‘Oodie’, has paid $101,280 in penalties for allegedly failing to comply with a mandatory product safety standard.

17 Jul 2024

Be summer safe 2023

We want you to have a safe, happy, and healthy summer. Everyday summer products can be unsafe if they are incorrectly used or if children are not supervised.

30 Oct 2023

ACCC seeks to reduce infant sleep product risks to help keep babies safe

The ACCC is seeking feedback on ways to reduce significant safety risks associated with products commonly used to place babies to sleep.

12 Aug 2022

ACCC launches Your First Steps to help parents keep their baby safe

Parents and carers can get the latest, most reliable information on best practices to keep their baby safe and unsafe products, as part of a new ACCC initiative.

1 Aug 2022

Stay safe this summer

We want you to have a safe, happy and healthy summer. Many summer products can be unsafe if they are left unattended or aren’t used properly. Follow our top tips for a safe and healthy summer.

6 Dec 2021

Related standards

Toys for children up to and including 36 months of age

The mandatory standard prescribes requirements for the design and construction of toys for children up to and including 36 months of age.

Toys containing magnets

The mandatory standard prescribes requirements for the testing, warning labels for packaging, and instructions to prevent serious illness that can result if children swallow hazardous magnets.

Toys containing lead & other elements

The mandatory standard prescribes requirements for the levels of various chemicals that can be found in children's toys and finger paints and their testing.