Agora Compliance Advisor

05/22/2026

The U.S. is taking a long a weekend off to celebrate Memorial Day. It’s a time to remember our fallen soldiers who have given their lives to fight for our country. It’s also the unofficial start of summer season and the end of a school year.

Agora Compliance Advisor will also be taking a summer break. We’ll catch up with you at the start of the Fall season.

Should you have question or recommendations on topics related to consumer products that you would like Agora Compliance to address next season, please send a message with these topics.

Have a relaxing summer!

05/03/2026

It feels great to be outdoors and in pools and beaches during warm weather months. Start providing children with swimming lessons as soon as they are able to float. It’s a life saving skill.

National Water Safety Month is made possible by a coalition of organizations dedicated to saving lives through water safety education and awareness:
• Pool & Hot Tub Alliance
• American Red Cross
• National Drowning Prevention Alliance
• National Recreation and Park Association
• World Waterpark Association
• Pentair, our program sponsor
Together, these organizations are working year-round to reduce drowning risks and promote safer water experiences for everyone.
🔗 Learn more about water safety: nwsm.phta.org

05/02/2026

All small, graspable portions of a toy intended for children 3 years and younger should not detach when pulled with a force of 15 lbs held for 10 seconds. The zipper pull that opens the zipper to allow access to the heatable heart shaped pouch can detach when pulled below the minimum force required to test its strength. Furthermore, the heart with the heated beads should not present a burn hazard. It seems the recall doesn’t mention this precaution which makes one to assume that the bear has instructions for heating up the heart. The heart should also have an inner pouch that is fully sewn shut to fully contain the beads inside, making it unlikely to release the beads that a child might swallow.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Heartwarming Hugs Bear and return it to a local Build-A-Bear Workshop store to receive a refund in the form of original payment or a gift card for the original purchase price redeemable toward any available Make-Your-Own furry friend and any other...

04/30/2026

Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock ( ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

04/17/2026

This presents a strangulation hazard to state the least.

: Mini Round Toddler Trampolines Recalled; Young children can become entangled in the straps of the hammock, punching bag and hand ring accessories, posing a strangulation hazard, which can result in serious injury or death. Get partial refund. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Mini-Round-Toddler-Trampolines-Recalled-Due-to-Strangulation-Hazard-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-Manufactured-by-SEGMART

04/04/2026

Never leave a small child unattended during swim activities. This flotation device can flip and present a drowning hazard.

Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock ( ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

03/30/2026

: About 110,000 AirClub Convertible Bassinets; The recalled convertible bassinets violate the mandatory standard. Get replacement attachment mechanism. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/AirClub-Convertible-Bassinets-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Fall-Hazard-Violates-Mandatory-Standard-for-Bedside-Sleepers

03/16/2026

The spaces between slats have been reduced to avoid limbs and head from passing through these spaces. It also eliminates the need to add bumpers.

The new standard covers sleep products worn by infants and toddlers.

03/16/2026

Toys were 16% of all dangerous products that were removed from sale in 2025.

Shopping in the EU is getting a whole lot safer.

In 2025, we saw numerous alerts of dangerous products being flagged and removed before they reach your home. 🫸🏽

More alerts in the EU Safety Gate system means less risks – we’re now better at catching them.

From banning harmful chemicals in toys to keeping a closer eye on online marketplaces.

The most frequent alerts:

🧴 Cosmetics (36%)
🧸 Toys (16%)
🔌 Electrical appliances (11%)

Safe shopping starts with a strong system.

03/16/2026

Check the site for items that have been recalled due to safety concerns. Sellers and makers need to account for every piece sold and issue refunds.

Be a confident consumer. Check our website to:
✅ see if a product has been recalled or is covered by a standard or ban
✅ learn about your product safety rights
https://www.productsafety.gov.au/consumers/know-your-product-safety-rights

03/13/2026