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Announcement
Your 2 cents
The June issue of Kids Today is a cross-over issue and will reach pediatricians' offices across the country. We thought it would be a good opportunity to dispel myths about the juvenile/youth industry, educate buyers on safety, etc. We’re creating a FAQ about the industry and encourage retailers and manufacturers to submit frequently asked questions and answers for this project. E-mail your Q&Aa to lcasinger@reedbusiness.com before May 12.
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Playtex to stop using BPA by end of 2008
Westport, Conn. – Playtex Infant Care, maker of infant and toddler feeding products, has announced that it will stop using the chemical Bisphenol A, also known as BPA, in its line by the end of the year. The manufacturer also plans to give away 1 million samples of it Drop-Ins Original nurser systems, which are BPA free. more » » »
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Las Vegas sets winter 2009 market for Feb. 9-13
LAS VEGAS — The Las Vegas Market has scheduled its 2009 winter show for Feb. 9-13, which may put a squeeze on retailers and exhibitors choosing to participate in both the Las Vegas and Tupelo markets. more » » »
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Summer Infant buys Kiddopatamus & Co.
Woonsocket, R.I. – Summer Infant continues to add to its portfolio with the acquisition of Kiddopotamus & Co., maker of infant nursery, travel and feeding accessories. The purchase price was not disclosed. more » » »
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Dan River files for Chap. 11
DANVILLE, VA. - The City of Danville is listed as the company’s largest unsecured creditor, owed more than $2.25 million. Best Manufacturing, which like Dan River is owned by Indian conglomerate GHCL, is owed more than $1.5 million. more » » »
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Moms rely on consumer reviews, panel says
SAVANNAH, Ga. – To the chagrin of many of the retailers attending the Kids Today conference here last month, a panel of moms announced that each of their last child-related purchases was made from a big-box store. more » » »
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JCPenney names buyers in home products
PLANO, Texas — JCPenney has realigned its furniture and bedding buying teams as it has combined buying responsibilities for its retail and direct (Internet and catalog) businesses. more » » »
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Long Term Effects Of Bisphenol-A
Blog by Kelly Nelson:
My concern over Bisphenol-A in plastics has been minimal until recently. By request of some of my customers, I have delved deeper into researching this chemical compound. more » » »
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From Playthings - Red, White And Seeing Green
At least part of the U.S. toy industry was feeling patriotic last year after news of the recalls raised concerns about products made overseas. Now that things have quieted down, are manufacturers and retailers still waiving the flag for domestically made products? more » » »
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Announcement
Infant Furniture Portfolio
Deadline: Thursday, April 24, 2008
Please accept our invitation to participate in the Kids Today 2008 Infant Furniture Portfolio, appearing in the May issue. The Portfolio features a Registry of Sources (a directory of companies, product categories and contact information), images of best-selling product and a business overview. To be considered for the portfolio, please submit a Registry of Sources form and product photography. Some of you might have submitted information for the 2008 Youth Furniture Portfolio that appeared in the March 2008 issue. If you also make infant furniture, you are encouraged to submit forms and images for the Infant Furniture Portfolio as well. However, you must complete this form — we cannot use information submitted for previous portfolios. Important: A Registry of Sources form must be submitted for product photography to be considered.
Click here for the form, or go to,
http://researchtodayonline.com/data/KidsInfantPortfolio.htm
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