[greenyes] Recycled content toys

[CUYLER Alex D <Alex.D.CUYLER@no.address>]

Hi All:  I'm working on a column for a local paper on recycled content toys.
I'm curious if anyone knows anything about manufacturing standards for
stuffed toys especially.  It seems like every stuffed animal I've ever
purchased has on its label a statement that reads something like "this toy
manufactured from all new materials".  There must be something that requires
this, but I'm having trouble finding reference to a rule or regulation.

Any information about recycled content toys would be appreciated.  Thank you
for your time. -- AC

Alex Cuyler
Recycling and Solid Waste Specialist
City of Eugene Planning and Development Department
phone: (541) 682-6830 
fax:      (541) 682-6806