Safety & Cleaning
At the Minnesota Toy Library, safety and cleanliness are our top priorities. We make sure all toys are safe for play and properly cleaned to provide a healthy environment for every child. Below you’ll find information on how we ensure toy safety and guidelines for cleaning toys before returning them.
We take toy safety seriously
To minimize risks, we stay up-to-date on toy recalls and ensure that toys are appropriate for each age group. We follow the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission’s (USCPSC) recall list and guidelines for age-appropriate toys.
Learn more at the USCPSC website
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USCPSC Age Determination Guidelines: A helpful (and lengthy) resource that provides recommendations on appropriate toys for different age groups.
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Sign Up for Alerts: Safe Kids Worldwide offers a recall email list to keep you informed on toy safety.
We take cleanliness seriously
We want every toy to be safe and fresh for the next child. Before returning toys, please follow our cleaning guidelines to keep them in top condition.
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* Disinfectants: Use household disinfectants like bleach, alcohol (70% or higher), or other common EPA-registered solutions.
For more information visit https://www.usatla.org
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Non-Porous Toys (Plastic): Clean with soap and water, then disinfect with a bleach solution (5 tablespoons bleach per gallon of water). Let the disinfectant sit for at least one minute, then wipe off.
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Soft Toys: Wash in hot water (make sure there are no battery components).
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Puzzles: Completely assemble then wipe with a DAMP, soapy washcloth and air dry.
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Electronics: Wipe down with disinfectant; do not submerge.
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Growing Our Community
At the Minnesota Toy Library, we believe in the power of play to nurture young minds, bring families closer, and help our planet by reducing waste. Whether you’re interested in volunteering, donating gently used toys, making a monetary contribution, or gifting an eGift Card to friends and family, every bit of support helps keep our shelves stocked and our membership accessible for everyone.
