“In the past, I only knew that children's furniture might contain harmful substances like formaldehyde, but I never realized it could also have heavy metals such as lead, mercury, or cadmium,†said Mr. Li, who recently came across a “heavy metal test report†while shopping for children’s furniture. The report left him shocked and concerned about his child’s safety.
Last weekend, Mr. Li visited a children’s furniture store in a local furniture market. He was particularly focused on environmental protection, especially formaldehyde levels, to ensure the health of his child. At Flinda Children’s Furniture Store, his daughter was drawn to a pink set of combination furniture. The store claimed their products were eco-friendly and safe, and they showed Mr. Li several certificates and quality reports. Among them was a “heavy metal test report†that listed lead, mercury, and cadmium—though all within safe limits. Despite this, Mr. Li felt uneasy. He worried that even small amounts of heavy metals could be harmful over time, potentially affecting his child’s growth and cognitive development.
What confused Mr. Li was why the store labeled its furniture as “green†if it still contained heavy metals. He wondered why such reports are rarely seen in the market and whether it is a mandatory requirement by the government.
Experts say that almost all furniture, including children’s furniture, contains some level of heavy metals. According to Zhang, an expert from the Municipal Quality Supervision and Inspection Institute, these metals typically come from surface coatings, paints, or colored fabrics used in manufacturing. “While heavy metals are not always a cause for alarm, it’s important that their levels meet national standards,†he explained. For example, according to the 2012 General Technical Conditions for Children’s Furniture, the maximum allowable levels for lead, cadmium, mercury, and other heavy metals are strictly regulated.
During a visit to several furniture stores, the reporter found that few merchants provided heavy metal test reports. In one children’s furniture store, the salesperson claimed their products were environmentally friendly and had minimal paint, but when asked for a heavy metal report, the merchant couldn’t provide one. This lack of transparency raised concerns, as many consumers remain unaware of the potential risks associated with heavy metals in furniture.
Experts emphasize that while most furniture manufacturers include some level of heavy metals, it’s crucial for consumers to be informed. Even if a product meets the standard, knowing the exact levels and having proper documentation can help make safer choices. It’s recommended that buyers ask for heavy metal test reports, especially when purchasing furniture for children.
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