Learn About Drawstrings
Specific drawstring rules apply to upper outerwear, such as jackets and hoodies.
Sizes 2T-16
Waist drawstrings on upper outerwear must measure 3 inches or shorter and be sewn to the garment at the midpoint to prevent pulling to one side.
Sizes 2T-12
Neck drawstrings should be completely removed.
Learn About Otteroos
Under the guidance of the Consumer and Product Safety Commission (CPSC), JBF has chosen not to accept Otteroo LUMI and MINI at our sales events. The CPSC has found that the Otteroo can deflate during use or storage. This product poses a drowning risk.
Learn About Water Beads
The CPSC has issued a product safety warning for all water beads. These cannot be sold at JBF events.
Water beads are sold as toys, in craft kits, or as a sensory tool or toy. They are small water-absorbing balls that can grow 100 times their size when exposed to water. If ingested by babies and small children it can lead to choking, internal injuries, or death.
Learn More About Owlet
Although this is not a JBF standard or safety issue, we wanted to share some important information regarding Owlet SmartSocks. Owlet recently updated their app, and as of August 2024, new registrations for the SmartSock 2 are no longer allowed. This means that anyone purchasing a SmartSock 2 will be unable to use the product. Additionally, starting in early 2025, these SmartSocks will no longer be supported, even for existing users. For further details from Owlet, please follow this link:
Although this is not a JBF standard or safety issue, we wanted to share some important information regarding Owlet SmartSocks. Owlet recently updated their app, and as of August 2024, new registrations for the SmartSock 2 are no longer allowed. This means that anyone purchasing a SmartSock 2 will be unable to use the product. Additionally, starting in early 2025, these SmartSocks will no longer be supported, even for existing users. For further details from Owlet, please follow this link: