Use consumer products safely
Safety information on toys, cosmetics and products bought second-hand or for sports and athletics, nurseries and households.
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Baby product safety
How to safely use baby slings, strollers, carriages, baby bottles, pacifiers, cribs, cradles and bassinets.
Toy safety
Safety for magnets, children's jewellery, soft vinyl toys and small toy parts.
Household products
Hazards posed by batteries, humidifiers, cookware, laundry detergent packets and cleaning products.
Sporting and athletic products
Safety tips for ice skating, trampolines, inflatable play structures and sports equipment.
Cosmetic Products
Cosmetic safety, advertising, labelling, ingredients and regulation, report an incident, read about cosmetic products.
Second-hand products
Buyer and seller responsibilities, commonly available second-hand products, recalls and alerts, and prohibited products.
Car seats and accessories
Car seats, including how to choose one, when to replace it, buying second-hand and product recalls.
Chemicals and product safety
Household chemical safety and information on chemicals such as selenium, triclosan, bisphenol A and petrolatum.
Everyday things that emit radiation
Understand the link between common products and radiation, such as cell phones, microwave ovens, hand-held lasers, tanning beds and Wi-Fi equipment.
Keep safety in mind when shopping online
How to be a smart shopper and keep safety in mind when buying consumer products and cosmetics online.
Bringing prohibited or regulated products back to Canada
Prohibited and regulated consumer products in Canada. Some items may be detained at the border.
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