Maple Landmark is a small company located in Vermont. They are known for making toys that last generations. Toy safety and quality are taken very seriously by Maple Landmark. Maple Landmark follows both the US Consumer Product Safety Commission rules and the voluntary standards ASTM F-963. These guidelines govern small parts, sharp points, chemical makeup, and many other aspects to avoid hazards.
There is great concern about the components of finishes. We hear about things like lead in the paint of imported Chinese products. Again there are standards that are supposed to be followed. Maple Landmark uses a variety of finishes, depending on the specific product line. Some products have no finish, while others have whey- or beeswax-based coatings. Depending on the required appearance for a product, urethanes and lacquers may be used. Lead is illegal as a component in consumer coatings in the United States therefore, occasionally third-party testing for lead and other heavy metals is done to ensure the coatings received from their suppliers is safe.
Maple Landmark is an environmentally conscious company and supports its local businesses. Many products are shrink wrapped to eliminate unnecessary packaging. Also, excess sawdust and woodchippings are given to local farmers for other uses such as cattle bedding.
