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Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
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FLORIDA'S LEAD
ALERT NETWORK
Alerting the Public of Products Recalled due to Lead
Hazards
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are public records. If you do not want your e-mail
address released in response
to a public records request, do not
send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact
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Join Florida's Lead Alert Network
To view pictures of recalled products visit
the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website
Overview
The lead alert network has a general and specific
mission. The specific mission is to provide warning to
our lead poisoning prevention partners about consumer
products that have been recalled due to their lead
content. The general mission is to protect all children
in Florida from lead hazards, and promote public health
services that will prevent the exposure to lead
contaminants.
The lead alerts, warnings,
recommendations, and other information is transmitted by
e-mail or fax to the Florida CLPPP by various agencies,
including the Food and Drug Administration, the
Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, and the
Consumer Product Safety Commission. The other partners
of Florida's Lead Alert Network are then notified by the
Fl CLPPP of the recalled product(s) via email.
Participants in Florida then forward the information to
local partners work directly with children and families.
The Lead Alert Network partners
include: Florida's County Health Departments, The
Community Services Block Grant Program, the
Weatherization Assistance Program, the Community
Development Block Grant Program, The School Nutrition
Program, The School Health Program, and the Committee
for the Elimination of Childhood Lead Poisoning.
Overall, we seek to expand our
network to ensure more families receive information on
lead in consumer products. To receive lead alert e-mail
notices please join Florida's Lead Alert Network by
sending an email request.
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Items Recalled Due to Risk of Lead
Poisoning
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Sources: U.S. Consumer Product
Safety Commission (CPSC)
U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
The following links lead to sites
outside the Department of Health and open in a new
window.
*Note: Beginning January 1, 2008 The Childhood Lead
Poisoning Prevention Program will not post recent
product recalls on this website. Please visit
the
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website
to view a current list of product
recalls.
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Recall Summaries |
Recall Photos |
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CPSC Recall Alert: December 19, 2007
AAFES Recalls “Soldier Bear” Toys Due to
Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Hazard: The surface paint on the toys
contains excessive levels of lead, violating
the federal lead paint standard.
Description: This recall involves the
following wooden toys and a plastic military
vehicle toy playset. The style number, UPC
codes and “Soldier Bear” logo are printed on
the toy’s packaging.
Toy Description Style UPC
Wooden Pull-Along Learning Blocks Wagon
(alphabet blocks in a wooden wagon) 6320
834162002158
Time Teacher (magnetic shapes & clock in
pull cart) 6231 834162002646
Wooden Riding Horse 6349 834162003698
Vehicle Playset (blue military vehicle with
action figures 1007 4895130810072
Sold at: AAFES stores worldwide from
August 2006 through October 2007 for between
$5 and $20.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled toys away from children
and return them to the nearest AAFES store
for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact AAFES at (800) 866-3605
anytime, or visit the firm’s Web site at
www.AAFES.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: December 13, 2007
Codee International Corp. Recalls Children’s
Jewelry Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
Hazard: The recalled jewelry contains
high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if
ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Description: This recall involves the
Codeena Princess children’s jewelry. Only
jewelry with item numbers KS1367SS and
KS1369SCP are included in the recall. The
item number is printed on the back of the
packaging. The children’s jewelry sets were
sold in a variety of sets including pink or
white pearl-like necklace, bracelet and
earring or ring combinations. Some sets have
studded charms dangling on the bracelet and
the necklace.
Sold at: Discount stores nationwide
from September 2005 through August 2007 for
about $5.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled jewelry away from children
and return to the store where purchased for
a refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Codee International
Corp. at (877) 767-1888 between 9 a.m. and 5
p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the
firm’s Web site at
www.codeena.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: December 13, 2007
Children’s Toys Recalled by Dollar Tree
Stores Due to Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
Hazard: The recalled toys contain
excessive levels of lead, violating the
federal lead paint standard.
Description: The Baby Bead & Wire
Toys are colored wires and colored beads
that can slide on a natural wood platform.
These bead toys have item number 903419 and
date code 71 printed on the back of the
packaging. The Speed Racer Pull Back & Go
Action! Cars are yellow with black stripes
and white with red stripes. Item number
873820 and date code 77 is printed on the
back of the packaging.
Sold at: Dollar Tree, Dollar Bill$,
Dollar Express, Greenbacks, Only One $1 and
Deal$ stores nationwide from March 2007
through October 2007 (Baby Bead & Wire Toys)
and from September 2007 through November
2007 (Speed Racer Cars) for $1.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take these toys away from children and
return to the store where purchased for a
refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Dollar Tree Stores at
(800) 876-8077 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET
Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s
Web site at
www.dollartree.com
Note: CPSC was alerted to this hazard by the
State of Connecticut’s Department of
Consumer Protection.
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CPSC Recall Alert: December 12, 2007
Fishing Games Sold at Grocery Stores
Recalled by Far East Brokers Due to
Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Hazard: The recalled game has parts
that contain excessive levels of lead,
violating the federal lead paint standard.
Description: The recalled Fishing
Game contains a fishing pole, one large
battery operated fish, and three small
wind-up fish. The UPC #011546208270 and
product #25741 are printed on the product’s
packaging.
Sold at: Grand Union Family Markets,
Southern Family Markets, P&C Stores, Publix
Super Markets, and Food Lion stores
nationwide from October 2007 through
November 2007 for about $10.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the product away from children and
return it to the store where purchased for a
full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Far East Brokers and
Consultants toll-free at (877) 695-8354
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through
Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at
http://www.fareastbrokers.com/
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CPSC Recall Alert: December 12, 2007
Horseshoe Magnets Recalled by United
Scientific Due to Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
Hazard: Surface paint on the magnets
contains high levels of lead, violating the
federal lead paint standards.
Description: This recall involves
horseshoe-shaped magnets sold in five sizes.
The horseshoes have red paint on the surface
of the magnet. Product numbers included in
the recall are: SHM020 (two inch), SHM030
(three inch), SHM040 (four inch), SHM050
(five inch), and SHM060 (six inch).
Sold by: Independent distributors
nationwide from March 1995 through September
2007 for about $1. Distributors sold the
products to schools for use in science
classes.
Manufactured in: India
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
stop using these products and contact United
Scientific to receive a replacement product.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact United Scientific
toll-free at (888) 284-8570 between 9 a.m.
and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or
email the firm at
consumeraffairs@unitedsci.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: December 7, 2007
Children’s Sunglasses Recalled by FGX
International Due to Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
Hazard: Surface paint on the
sunglasses can contain excessive levels of
lead, violating the federal lead paint
standard.
Description: The recall involves 15
styles of children’s sunglasses. The style
name is printed on the product inside the
left temple arm. The name “Foster Grant” may
also appear on the temple arm of some
styles. The styles included in the recall
are:
Balloon
Bond
Boom
Bubble Gum
Bullseye
Buzz
Conqueror Jr.
Curly Q |
Encompass Jr. IK
Fade IK
Gadget IK
Iceman
Lily
Outer Space
Pluto |
No other styles are included in this
recall.
Manufactured in: China
Sold at: Various stores nationwide
from January 2007 through November 2007 for
between $3 and $11.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take these sunglasses away from children and
return them to FGX International for a free
replacement or refund, including shipping
and handling.
Consumer Contact: Contact FGX
International toll-free at (877) 227-0104
between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday
through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site
at
www.fgxi.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: December 6, 2007
RC2 Recalls Potty Training Seats Due to
Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Hazard: Decorative plaque inserted
into the back of the potty seat could have
orange paint that contains excessive levels
of lead, violating the federal lead paint
standard.
Description: The recall involves the
First Years 3-in-1 Flush and Sounds potty
training seats. Each seat has either a
yellow chair with a green removable seat and
a purple lift out-pot or a blue chair with a
white removable seat and green lift out-pot.
The words "100 Acre Wood" are molded on the
chair back. The plaque inserted into the
back of the seat contains molded Winnie the
Pooh and Tigger characters.
Manufactured in: China
Sold at: Mass and specialty retailers
nationwide from April 2006 through August
2007 for between $20 and $25.
Remedy: Consumers should keep these
recalled items away from young children and
should contact RC2 to receive a permanent
clear protective cover that covers the
plaque. The unit can still be used as a
potty seat.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact RC2 toll-free at (866)
725-4407 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday
through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site
at
www.recalls.rc2.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: December 6, 2007
The Home Depot Recalls Holiday Figurines Due
to Lead Paint Hazard
Hazard: Surface paint on the holiday
figurines contains lead.
Description: The recalled holiday
figurines are painted plastic snowmen and
bears. The SKU number is printed on the
bottom of the product.
Product Size SKU Number
Holiday Bear Door Greeter 17” x 16” 894-825
Snowman with “Let it Snow” Sign Tabletop
item 894-893
Three Snowmen with “Joy” Sign 13” x 17”
898-964
Snowman Votive Holder 7.5” x 7.5” 967-467
Manufactured in: China
Sold exclusively at: The Home Depot
stores from October 2007 through November
2007 for between $10 and $20.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
stop using the holiday figurines and return
them to any Home Depot store for a full
refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact The Home Depot at (800)
394-2064 or visit the firm’s Web site at
www.homedepot.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: December 5, 2007
Bell Racing Recalls Collectible Mini Racing
Helmets Due to Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
Hazard: Surface paints on the
recalled helmets contain excessive levels of
lead, violating the federal lead paint
standard.
Description: The recalled products
are six-inch tall, collectible, miniature
helmets, modeled after helmets worn by
several race car drivers. The follow models
are included in the recall: Terry Borcheller
helmet, part number 2005740; Kurt Busch
helmet, part number 2001368; and Vitor Meira
helmet, part number 2001381. The part number
is located on the product’s packaging with
the UPC.
Manufactured in: China
Sold at: Bell Racing dealers and
distributors nationwide from February 2007
through November 2007 for about $40.
Remedy: Consumers should take the
recalled helmets away from young children
immediately and contact Bell Racing to
receive a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For further
information, contact Bell Racing toll-free
at (866) 892-6059 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
ET Monday through Friday, via e-mail at
minireplicasrecall@bellracing.com, or
visit the firm’s Web site at
www.bellracing.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: November 29, 2007
American Greetings Corp. Recalls Confetti
Bursts Due to Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
Hazard: The surface paint on the
individual bags of confetti contains
excessive levels of lead, violating the
federal lead paint standard.
Description: The recalled products
contain confetti in plastic bags. When the
bags are inflated, consumers squeeze the bag
and confetti bursts out. Each package
contains six confetti bursts.
Sold at: Discount, toy, drug,
grocery, party, and specialty/gift stores
nationwide from December 2003 through
September 2007 for about $3.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled confetti bursts away from
children and contact American Greetings for
instructions on returning the confetti
bursts to American Greetings to receive a
coupon redeemable wherever American
Greetings’ products are sold.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact American Greetings
Corp. at (800) 777-4891 between 8 a.m. and 5
p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the
firm’s Web site at
www.ag.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: November 28, 2007
Reeves International Inc. Recalls Holiday
Ornaments Due to Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
Hazard: Surface paints on the
ornaments contain high levels of lead,
violating the federal lead paint standards.
Description: The 2006 Snow Princess
Stirrup Ornament is a stirrup-shaped
ornament with a white prancing horse and
blue ribbons. “2006” is stamped on the rim
of the ornament. The 2007 Wintersong Stirrup
Ornament is a stirrup-shaped ornament with a
grey horse with saddle bags with a horn and
a violin. “2007” is stamped on the rim of
the ornament. The 2007 Photo Frame Horse
Shoe Ornament is a horse shoe shaped
ornament with a brown horse with rider
jumping over a gate. “Happy Holiday 2007” is
printed on the back of the ornament.
Sold at: Various retailers
nationwide, including JC Penney catalog and
Web site, from July 2006 through October
2007 for between $15 and $18.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
stop using these ornaments and return them
to the store where purchased for a full
refund or contact Reeves International Inc.
for a refund or exchange.
Consumer Contact: Contact Reeves
International Inc. at (800) 444-4775 between
9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday
or visit their Web site at
www.breyerhorses.com to receive
instructions for returning the ornaments.
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CPSC Recall Alert: November 21, 2007
Slipcovers Used With Boppy Pillows Recalled
Due to Choking Hazard and Risk of Lead
Exposure
Hazard: The zipper pull on the
slipcovers can break, posing a choking
hazard to young children. In addition, paint
on the zippers contains excess levels of
lead, which violates the federal lead paint
standard.
Description: This recall involves
velvet and boa slipcovers intended for use
with the Boppy® Bare Naked nursing and
support pillow.
Slipcovers recalled due to a choking hazard
were sold in three color combinations and
have the following UPC and date codes found
on the California Flammability Law tag.
Slipcovers sold in clear vinyl packages are
labeled Boppy® Luxe.
Color Combination UPC Code Date Code
Blue/Green Velvet 769662 30802 1 05/2006 and
06/2006
Pink/ Orange Velvet 769662 30801 4 05/2006
and 06/2006
Pastel Blue Velvet 769662 30705 5 05/2006
Slipcovers recalled due excessive levels of
lead paint were sold in four colors and have
the following UPC and date codes found on
the care instructions label and on the
exterior of the packaging. Slipcovers sold
in display boxes are labeled Boppy®
Soothing.
Color UPC Code Date Code
Pastel Blue “Boa” 769662 32544 8 07030
Bright Pink Velvet 769662 32542 4 07030
Navy Blue Velvet 769662 32542 4 07030
Sage Green Velvet 769662 32709 1 07030
Sold at: Slipcovers recalled due to
choking hazard were sold at discount
department stores nationwide from July 2006
through September 2007 for about $16.
Slipcovers recalled due to lead paint were
sold at discount department stores
nationwide from February 2007 through
September 2007 for between $15 and $17.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should stop using
these products immediately and contact The
Boppy Company for a free replacement
product.
Consumer Contact: For information on
identifying and/or exchanging the recalled
slipcovers, call The Boppy Company at (888)
713-3916 anytime or visit the firm’s Web
site at
www.boppy.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: November 21, 2007
Children’s Pencil Pouches Recalled by
Raymond Geddes & Co. Due to Violation of
Lead Paint Standard
Hazard: The paint on the pencil
pouches’ zipper pulls contains excessive
levels of lead, violating the federal lead
paint standard.
Description: The recall includes
“Stuff Keepers” pencil pouches and “Bear
Pencil Pouches.” The “Stuff Keepers” pencil
pouches are clear vinyl, measure 9 inches by
6 inches, and have a green, orange, pink or
blue-colored zipper. Style number 63525 is
printed on the packaging. The “Bear Pencil
Pouches” have soft fabric with a stuffed
bear face, and measure 9 inches by 3 inches.
Style number 67221 is printed on the
packaging.
Sold by: School supply distributors
in schools nationwide from September 1997
through October 2007 for between 50 cents
and $2.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled pencil pouches away from
children and return them to the store where
purchased for a full refund. If unable to
return to the store where purchased, contact
Raymond Geddes & Co. directly.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Raymond Geddes & Co. at
(800) 533-6273 x1124 between 8 a.m. and 5
p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the
firm’s Web site at
www.raymondgeddes.com/psa.html, or email
the firm at
consumeraffairs@raymondgeddes.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: November 21, 2007
Children's Metal Jewelry Recalled by
Buy-Rite Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
Hazard: The recalled jewelry contains
high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if
ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Description: The recalled charm
bracelets have silver-colored star and
butterfly charms, and clear and pink beads
that hang from a silver-colored chain. The
tack pins are silver butterflies or stars
with clear and pink beads.
Sold at: Big Lots stores nationwide
from August 2005 through April 2007 for
about $1.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled jewelry away from children
and return it to the store where purchased
for a full refund. If unable to return it to
the stores, contact Buy-Rite for information
on how to receive a refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Buy-Rite at (888)
777-7952 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday
through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site
at
www.buyriteinc.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: November 21, 2007
Cherrydale Fundraising Recalls Bracelets Due
to Risk of Lead Exposure
Hazard: The bracelets contain high
levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by
young children and can cause adverse health
effects.
Description: The recalled bracelets
are stretchable, with silver-colored square
links and aqua-colored beads. SKU#5384706813
is printed on the packaging.
Sold at: Various dollar stores,
liquidators, and schools as part of
fundraising, nationwide from September 2003
through April 2007 for between $1 and $12.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
stop using the recalled bracelets and keep
them away from young children. Return them
to the store where purchased or contact the
firm to receive a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Cherrydale Fundraising
at (800) 551-5352 between 8 a.m. and 4:30
p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the
firm’s Web site at
http://www.cherrydale.com (Microsoft
Word).
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CPSC Recall Alert: November 21, 2007
Children’s Metal Jewelry Recalled by
Colossal Jewelry & Accessories Due to Risk
of Lead Exposure
Hazard: The recalled jewelry contains
high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if
ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Description: The recalled metal
necklaces and bracelets have silver-colored
charms. Some also have colored beads.
“Awesome Boutique” or “Share the Love” is
printed on some of the jewelry’s packaging.
The jewelry includes a necklace with a metal
flower-shaped charm that hangs from a pink
cord, a metal heart charm bracelet, a metal
heart angel charm bracelet with colored
beads, a metal bracelet with four heart
charms and ruby-colored beads, necklaces
with painted hearts that hang from a cord,
and necklaces with tiny purses in various
colors.
Sold at: Various discount and dollar
stores nationwide from January 2005 through
June 2007 for about $1.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled jewelry away from children
and return it to the store where purchased
for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Colossal Jewelry &
Accessories at (888) 808-5093 between 9 a.m.
and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or
e-mail the firm at
colosssaljewelry@comcast.net
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CPSC Recall Alert: November 21, 2007
La Femme NY Inc. Recalls Children’s Necklace
and Earring Sets Due to Risk of Lead
Exposure
Hazard: The recalled jewelry contains
high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if
ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Description: The recalled necklace
and earring sets have a silver metal chain
and a round pendant with a light blue jewel
and three jeweled dangling charms.
Sold at: Various dollar stores
nationwide from October 2005 to April 2007
for about $1.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should stop using
this product immediately and return it to
the store where it was purchased to receive
a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, please contact La Femme NY 2
Inc. at (866) 667-5369 between 8 a.m. and 6
p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the
firm’s Web site at
www.lafemmeny.com or e-mail the firm at
corp@lafemmeny.net
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CPSC Recall Alert: November 21, 2007
Pure Allure Recalls Metal Jewelry Sold at
Michaels Stores Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
to Children
Hazard: The recalled metal jewelry
contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic
if ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Description: The recalled products are
metal jewelry components. The SKU numbers
can be located on the products’ packaging
above the barcode. The Crystal Innovations
products are included in the recall may be
found at
the following website:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08091.html.
Sold at: Michaels Stores nationwide
from April 2006 to September 2007 for about
$5.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take these jewelry pieces away from young
children and return it to the store where
purchased for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Pure Allure at (800)
536-6312 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday
through Friday; visit the firm’s Web site at
www.pureallure.com/recall or e-mail the
firm at
info@pureallure.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: November 21, 2007
Discount School Supply Recalls Paint Brushes
Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Hazard: Surface paint on the brush
handles can contain excessive levels of
lead, violating the federal lead paint
standard.
Description: The recall involves a
set of six “shaving-style” brushes, which
are about 4-inches long. The brushes’
handles are painted blue, purple, orange,
yellow, lime green, and pink. The item
number #SHVBRSH is printed on the product’s
packaging. Brush sets with handles in brown,
dark blue, red, green, blue, and black are
not included in this recall. The recalled
brushes were also included with the
“BioColor® Foam Paint Starter Kit” and
“Colorations® Foam Paint Starter Kit.”
Sold by: Discount School Supply’s
catalog and Web site from May 2004 through
August 2007 for about $5. The BioColor® kits
were sold from May 2004 through June 2006
for about $60. The Colorations® kits were
sold from July 2006 through August 2007 for
about $60.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should stop using
the brushes immediately and contact Discount
School Supply to receive a free replacement
brush set.
Consumer Contact: For more
information, contact Discount School Supply
at (800) 293-9314 between 6 a.m. and 5 p.m.
PT Monday through Friday; visit the firm’s
Web site at
www.discountschoolsupply.com
or
e-mail the firm at
brushrecall@discountschoolsupply.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: November 21, 2007
Metal Jewelry Sold by Family Dollar Stores
Recalled Due to Risk of Lead Exposure to
Children
Hazard: The recalled jewelry contains
high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if
ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Description: The recalled jewelry was
sold under the Rachel Rose and Distinctly
Basics brands and includes key rings and
pins with religious themes (crosses and fish
symbols), key rings with "Mom" and
cheerleader charms; bracelets with charms
like handbags, flip flops, hearts, dresses,
and flowers; silver-colored rings with
designs or stones in a variety of colors;
clutchless hoop earrings with decorations
such as butterflies; and filigree and long
drop earrings with stones in a variety of
colors.
Sold at: Family Dollar stores
nationwide from January 2003 through August
2007 for between $.50 and $2. A complete
list of the recalled jewelry can be found at
www.familydollar.com
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled jewelry away from children
and return it to a Family Dollar store for a
full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Family Dollar at (800)
547-0359 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET
Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s
Web site at
www.familydollar.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: November 16, 2007
Hobby Lobby Stores Recalls Halloween-Themed
Baskets Due to Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
Hazard: Surface paint on the bat,
pumpkin and witch emblems attached to the
baskets contain excess levels of lead, which
violates the federal lead paint ban.
Description: This recall involves all
2007 Halloween-themed baskets with item
number 5464201. The item number is located
next to the price on the paper hangtag on
the handle. The plastic baskets are either
black or orange with two carrying handles.
An emblem of a witch, bat or pumpkin is
attached to each side of the handle. The
baskets measure 3 inches wide by 6 inches
long by 4 ½ inches deep.
Sold at: Hobby Lobby stores
nationwide from August 2007 through November
2007 for about $1.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should take the
baskets away from children immediately and
return them to Hobby Lobby for a $2 exchange
card.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Hobby Lobby at (800)
326-7931 anytime, or visit the firm’s Web
site at
www.hobbylobby.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: November 8, 2007
Children's Sunglasses Recalled by Dollar
General Due to Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
Hazard: The yellow surface paint on
the sunglasses may contain excessive levels
of lead, violating the federal lead paint
standard.
Description: The recall involves
yellow children’s sunglasses. No other
colors of sunglasses are included in this
recall. The word "CHINA" is printed on the
left side of the frame. The UPC
#400007860896 and words "Fashion Sunglasses"
and "Time to Play Every Day" are printed on
the product’s red hangtag.
Sold at: Dollar General stores
nationwide from March 2005 through October
2007 for $1.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should take the
recalled sunglasses away from young children
immediately and return them to any Dollar
General store for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Dollar General at (800)
678-9258 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday
through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site
at
www.dollargeneral.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: November 8, 2007
Curious George Plush Dolls Recalled By
Marvel Toys Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
Hazard: Surface paint on the toy’s
plastic face and construction hat contain
excessive levels of lead, which violates the
federal lead paint standard.
Description: This recall involves
Curious George 12-inch plush dolls with a
plastic face. The dolls are dressed to
represent five various themes: birthday,
fireman, sweet dreams, tool time and tool
time with a soft face. The plush dolls were
sold with a Curious George storybook or
activity book. The following product and SKU
numbers are printed on the packaging.
Birthday 90253/ 8-83199-90253-5
Fireman 90246/ 8-83199-90246-7
Sweet Dreams 90247/ 8-83199-90247-4
Tool Time 90251/ 8-83199-90251-1
Tool Time (soft face) 90251/ 8-83199-90251-1
Sold at: Toy and discount department
stores nationwide from December 2005 through
August 2007 for about $15.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled toys away from children
and contact Marvel Toys to receive a full
refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Marvel Toys at (800)
352-2064 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday
through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site
at
www.regcen.com/curiousgeorge
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CPSC Recall Alert: November 7, 2007
Schylling Associates Recalls Collectable Toy
Robot Due To Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
Hazard: Surface paints on the robot
contain excessive levels of lead, which
violates the federal lead paint standard.
Description: The “Robot 2000” is a
battery-operated, tin robot standing 12”
tall. It has a red light on the head and
chest panels that open.
Sold at: Specialty toy stores and
gift shops nationwide from October 2006
through September 2007 for about $25.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled toy away from children and
contact Schylling to receive a refund or
free replacement toy.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Schylling at (800)
767-8697 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday
through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site
at
www.schylling.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: November 7, 2007
Schylling Associates Recalls Dizzy Ducks
Music Box Due To Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
Hazard: Surface paints on the wooden
base of the music box contain excessive
levels of lead, which violates the federal
lead paint standard.
Description: The Dizzy Ducks Music
Box is a wind-up music box with ducks that
spin as music plays.
Sold at: Specialty toy stores and
gift shops nationwide from March 2007
through October 2007 for about $12.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled toy away from children and
contact Schylling to receive a refund or
free replacement toy.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Schylling at (800)
767-8697 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday
through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site
at
www.schylling.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: November 7, 2007
Additional Spinning Top Recalled by
Schylling Associates Due To Violation of
Lead Paint Standard
Hazard: Surface paint on the wooden
handle of the top contains excessive levels
of lead, violating the federal lead paint
standard.
Description: The recalled spinning top
is primarily metal and has wooden handles.
The top is printed with Winnie-the-Pooh
characters. Tops with plastic handles are
not included in this recall.
Sold at: Specialty toy stores and
gift shops nationwide from April 2003
through November 2003 for about $12.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled toy away from children and
contact Schylling to receive a refund or
free replacement toy.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Schylling at (800)
767-8697 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday
through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site
at
www.schylling.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: November 7, 2007
Schylling Associates Recalls Duck Family
Collectable Toy Due To Violation of Lead
Paint Standard
Hazard: Surface paints on the ducks
contain excessive levels of lead, which
violates the federal lead paint standard.
Description: The recalled Duck Family
consists of a large wind-up duck, which
pulls three little ducks. They are made of
tin and are primarily yellow in color.
Sold at: Specialty toy stores and
gift shops nationwide from January 2007
through August 2007 for about $8.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled toy away from children and
contact Schylling to receive a refund or
free replacement toy.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Schylling at (800)
767-8697 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday
through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site
at
www.schylling.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: November 7, 2007
Toy Cars Recalled by Dollar General Due to
Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Hazard: Surface paint on the cars
contains excessive levels of lead, violating
the federal lead paint standard.
Description: The recall involves two
styles of “pull and release” toy cars,
including a four pack of Super Wheels (UPC
#400016576344) and a two pack of Super Racer
cars (UPC # 883788965002).
Sold at: Dollar General stores
nationwide from April 2007 through October
2007 for about $1 per pack.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled toy cars away from
children and return them to any Dollar
General store for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Dollar General at (800)
678-9258 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday
through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site
at
www.dollargeneral.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: November 7, 2007
International Sourcing Ltd. Recalls Toy
Dragster and Funny Car Due to Violation of
Lead Paint Standard
Hazard: Surface paint on the wheels
and engine of the toys contains excessive
levels of lead, violating the federal lead
paint standard.
Description: The recall includes
plastic models of a dragster and funny car.
The dragster is approximately 22 inches
long, black in color with various sponsor
decals on the toys. The funny car is
approximately 14 inches long and is also
black in color. Both models have the ISL
logo imprinted on the underside.
Sold at: National Hot Rod Association
(NHRA) events through Schumacher Racing, and
Matco Tools through door to door sales by
its representatives from March 2007 through
September 2007.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the toy away from children, and return
it to International Sourcing Ltd. for a full
refund or replacement product.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact International Sourcing
Ltd at (877) 404-1584 between 8 a.m. and 5
p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the
firm’s Web site at
www.islpromotions.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: November 7, 2007
Northern Tool & Equipment Recalls “Big Red”
Wagons Due to Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
Hazard: Surface paints on the wagon
and handle contain excessive levels of lead,
violating the federal lead paint standard.
Description: The recalled wagon has a
red painted, steel deck with removable
wooden sides. The wheels have ball bearings
and air-filled tires.
Sold through: Northern Tool &
Equipment catalog, Web site, and retail
stores nationwide from July 2007 through
September 2007 for about $60.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Customers should immediately
take the recalled wagon away from children
and return it to any Northern Tool store for
a free replacement.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Northern Tool &
Equipment Co. at (800) 222-5381 between 9
a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or
visit the firm’s Web site at
www.northerntool.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: November 1, 2007
Pearl-like Bead Attachment Sold with Girl’s
Gift Sets Recalled Due to Violation of Lead
Paint Standard; Sold exclusively at Limited
Too Stores
Hazard: Surface coating on a plastic bead
decorative packaging attachment contains
excessive levels of lead, violating the
federal lead paint standard.
Description: The recalled item is a
pearl-like pink bead attachment on the
outside packaging of the gift sets and a
zipper pull/wrist band on a cosmetic lip
gloss set. The gift sets were sold under the
“Sparkle by Too” line, as follows: 3-Pack
Lip Gloss Wristlet (Style No. 2014), 4-Pack
Body Spray (Style No. 2017), and 3-Piece
Bath Set (Style No. 2018).
Sold at: Limited Too retail stores
nationwide, catalog and Web site from April
2007 through September 2007 for between $11
and $13.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove
this recalled decorative pearl-like bead
attachment from the gift sets and return it
to any Limited Too store for a $5 Limited
Too coupon. In addition to the $5 coupon,
consumers who choose to return the gift sets
along with the packaging attachment will
receive a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, call Tween Brands at (800)
934-4497 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday
through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site
at
www.limitedtoo.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: October 31, 2007
Toy Figures Recalled by Henry Gordy
International Due to Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
Hazard: Surface paints on the
recalled toys contain excessive levels of
lead, violating the federal lead paint
standard.
Description: The posable spaceman
figures are about 4½-inches tall and come
with two accessories. They were sold in
various colors including yellow, grey,
silver, blue, green, gold, black, and red.
Sold at: Family Dollar Stores
nationwide from January 2006 through October
2007 for about $1.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should take the
recalled toys away from children immediately
and return the toy to the firm for a full
refund plus postage.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Henry Gordy
International toll-free at (888) 790-2700
between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through
Friday.
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CPSC Recall Alert: October 31, 2007
Halloween "Ugly Teeth" Recalled By Amscan
Inc. Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Hazard: The surface paint on the
teeth contains excessive levels of lead,
violating the federal lead paint standard.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: The fake Halloween teeth are
painted white, black and orange with brown
gums. They were sold as party favors in
packages of eight. “Ugly Teeth,” “Amscan,”
“Party Favors,” “Value Pack Party Favors,”
UPC 0-48419-65002-7 and UPC 0-48419-61663-4
are printed on the packaging.
Sold at: Various retailers nationwide from
January 2006 through October 2007 for about
$2.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take
the recalled Halloween teeth away from
children and return them to the place where
purchased for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Amscan Inc. at (800)
335-7585 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday
through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site
at
www.amscan.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: October 31, 2007
Toys "R" Us Recalls Elite Operations Toys
Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Hazard: Surface coatings on the toys
contain excessive levels of lead, violating
the federal lead paint standard.
Description: The recall involves four
military-style Elite Operations toys,
including Super Rigs (#1004), Command Patrol
Center (#1020), Barracuda Helicopter
(#1023), and 3 Pack 8-inch Figures (#1024).
The product number is located on the toy’s
packaging.
Sold at: Toys “R” Us stores
nationwide and toysrus.com from July 2007
through October 2007 for between $10 and
$30. No other Elite Operations brand
military play sets are included in this
recall.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the toy away from children, and return
them to any Toys “R” Us for a full refund or
store credit.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Toys “R” Us at (800)
869-7787 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday
through Saturday, and between 10 a.m. and 7
p.m. on Sunday, or visit the firm’s Web site
at
www.toysrus.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: October 31, 2007
SimplyFun Recalls Ribbit Board Games Due to
Risk of Lead Exposure
Hazard: Surface paint on the five
frog-shaped wooden pieces contain excess
levels of lead, violating the federal lead
paint standard.
Description: This recall involves
SimplyFun Ribbit board games. The games are
sold with five frog-shaped wooden pieces
that act as pawns for movement. The wooden
pieces are blue, red, green, yellow and
lavender in color.
Sold by: SimplyFun independent
consultants nationwide from March 2007
through October 2007 for about $18.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
remove the five frog pieces from the game
and discontinue using them. Consumers should
contact SimplyFun for a refund or a set of
five replacement frogs.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact SimplyFun toll-free at
(877) 557-7767 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT
Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s
Web site at
www.simplyfun.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: October 25, 2007
Family Dollar Stores Recalls Halloween Pails
Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Hazard: The green paint on the pails
contains excessive levels of lead, violating
the federal lead paint standard.
Description: This recall involves purple
Halloween pails with a picture of a witch
figure silhouetted against a green moon. The
pail measures about 6 1/2 inches high.
“Distributed by Family Dollar, Inc,” SKU
number 1033953, and UPC number 017845000591
are printed on a label on the pail. Orange
Halloween pails with black jack-o-lantern
decorations are not included in this recall.
Sold at: Family Dollar stores nationwide
from August 2007 through October 2007 for
about $1.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take
the recalled Halloween pail away from
children and return it to any Family Dollar
store for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Family Dollar at (800)
547-0359 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET
Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s
Web site at
www.familydollar.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: October 25, 2007
DecoPac Inc. Recalls Football Bobble Head
Cake Decorations Due to Violation of Lead
Paint Standard
Hazard: Surface paint on the body of the
bobble head contains lead in excess of the
federal lead paint standard.
Description: The recall includes plastic
miniature football bobble heads with green
bases only, which were sold for placement on
a cake. The bobble heads represented the
following teams:
Baltimore Ravens Green Bay Packers Oakland
Raiders
Chicago Bears Indianapolis Colts
Philadelphia Eagles
Cincinnati Bengals New England Patriots
Pittsburgh Steelers
Dallas Cowboys New Orleans Saints San
Francisco 49ers
Denver Broncos New York Giants St. Louis
Rams
Football bobble heads with black bases are
not included in this recall.
Sold at: Bakeries and ice cream stores
nationwide from January 2006 through October
2007 with the purchase of a cake or ice
cream.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the
football bobble heads immediately and
contact DecoPac to receive a free product of
equal value.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact DecoPac Product Safety
at (800) 536-6558 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m.
CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s
Web site at
www.decopacproductsafety.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: October 25, 2007
Jo-Ann Stores Expands Recall of Children's
Toy Garden Tools Due to Violation of Lead in
Paint Standard
Hazard: Surface paint on the handle of the
toy gardening tools can contain excessive
levels of lead paint, violating the federal
lead paint standard.
Description: This recall involves the Robbie
Ducky children’s leaf rake, hoe, broom and
spade. “Robbie Ducky™ Garden Collection” is
printed on a tag attached to the handle. The
rake has a yellow handle with the head of a
tortoise and green prongs. The hoe has an
orange handle with a caterpillar and a blue
blade. The broom has a purple handle with a
duck and an orange brush. The spade has a
yellow handle with the head of a frog and a
red blade. The tools measure between 27 and
29 inches long.
Sold at: Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores
nationwide from January 2007 through
September 2007 for about $7.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take
the recalled toys away from children and
return them to any Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft
Store for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Jo-Ann Stores toll-free
at (888) 739-4120 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
ET Monday through Friday, email the firm at
guest.services@jo-annstores.com, or visit
the firm’s Web site at
www.joann.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: October 25, 2007
Fisher Price Recalls Go Diego Go Boat Toys
Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Hazard: Surface paints on the toys contain
excessive levels of lead, which violates the
federal standard prohibiting lead paint on
children’s toys.
Description: The toy is an orange and yellow
boat that squirts water. Cartoon character
Diego is in the driver’s seat. “Fisher
Price,” product number K3413, and a date
code between 137-7HF and 223-7HF are marked
on the toys.
Sold at: Retail stores nationwide from June
2007 through October 2007 for about $15.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take
the recalled toys away from children and
contact Fisher-Price in order to receive a
free replacement toy. Consumers need to
return the recalled toys to Fisher-Price.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Fisher-Price at (888)
299-0579 anytime, or visit the firm’s Web
site at
www.service.mattel.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: October 25, 2007
Dollar Tree Stores Inc. Recalls Children's
Jewelry Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
Hazard: The recalled jewelry contains high
levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by
young children and can cause adverse health
effects.
Description: This recall involves the Beary
Cute, Expressions, and Sassy & Chic
children’s jewelry with items number 855589,
873091, 873097, or 903950. The item number
can be found on the reverse of the
packaging.
Sold at: Dollar Tree, Dollar Bill$, Dollar
Express, Greenbacks and Only $1 stores
nationwide from December 2005 through July
2007 for $1.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take
this jewelry away from children. Consumers
should return the recalled jewelry to the
store where purchased for a refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Dollar Tree Stores Inc.
at (800) 876-8077 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
ET Monday through Friday, or visit the
firm’s Web site at
www.dollartree.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: October 25, 2007
Children's Metal Jewelry Recalled By WeGlow
International Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
Hazard: The recalled jewelry contains high
levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by
young children and can cause adverse health
effects.
Description: This recall involves WeGlow
children’s flashing rings. The
character-themed rings were sold in Shrek
the Third® and Spiderman 3® designs. The
rings have item number 920422 printed on
back of the packaging.
Sold exclusively at: Dollar Tree, Dollar
Bill$, Dollar Express, Greenbacks and Only
$1 stores nationwide from December 2005
through August 2007 for $1.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take
this jewelry away from children and return
it to the store where purchased for a
refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact WeGlow toll-free at
(866) 934-5692 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET
Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s
Web site at
www.weglow.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: October 17, 2007
Albert's Recalls Halloween Skull Pails Due
to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Hazard: The surface paint on the eyes, nose,
and teeth of the skull contains excessive
levels of lead, violating the federal lead
paint standard.
Description: This recall involves the
Albert’s Halloween skull pails filled with
candy mix. The skull-shaped pail is white
with green eyes, nose and teeth. The pail
has a clear lid with a label in which
“Albert’s” and “Skull Pails Filled with
Halloween Candy Mix” is printed. The pail
measures about 5 ½ inches high.
Sold at: Retail stores nationwide from
September 2007 through October 2007 for $2.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take
the recalled product away from children and
take it to the retailer where it was
purchased to receive a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Albert’s toll-free at
(866) 796-6110 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET
Monday through Friday.
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CPSC Recall Alert: October 17, 2007
Antioch Publishing Recalls Additional
Bookmarks Due to Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
Hazard: Paint on the clip of the bookmarks
contains excessive levels of lead, which
violates the federal lead paint standard.
Description: This recall involves various
designs of the Cool Clip and Mini Cool Clip
bookmarks.
Sold at: Book, card and gift stores
nationwide from April 2003 through October
2007 for about $4.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take
the bookmarks away from children and contact
Antioch Publishing for a refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Antioch Publishing at
(800) 543-1515 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET
Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s
Web site at
www.antioch.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: October 17, 2007
Guidecraft Inc. Recalls Children’s Puppet
Theaters Due to Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
Hazard: Surface paints on the puppet
theater’s wooden panels contain excessive
levels of lead, violating the federal lead
paint standard.
Description: The recalled puppet theater has
red panels on the front and sides and a
chalkboard signboard on top. The puppet
theater measures about 24-inches in length,
6-inches in width and about 28-inches in
height.
Sold at: Specialty toy stores, gift shops,
catalogs and Web sites nationwide from June
2006 through August 2007 for about $35.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take
the recalled puppet theaters away from
children and contact Guidecraft to receive a
replacement theater or another product of
equal value.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Guidecraft toll-free at
(888) 824-1308 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
CT Monday through Friday, or visit the
firm’s Web site at
www.guidecraft.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: October 11, 2007
J.C. Penney Recalls Breyer Stirrup Ornaments
Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Hazard: Surface paints on the ornaments
contain excessive levels of lead, violating
the federal lead paint standard.
Description: The recall involves a
stirrup-shaped ornament with a white
prancing horse and blue ribbons. “2006” is
stamped on the rim of the ornament.
Sold through: The J.C. Penney catalog and
Web site from August 2006 through August
2007 for about $18.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should keep the ornament
away from young children and return it to
any J.C. Penney store for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For further information,
contact J.C. Penney toll-free at (888)
333-6063 anytime, or visit the firm’s Web
site at
www.jcp.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: October 11, 2007
J.C. Penney Recalls Deluxe Art Sets Due to
Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Hazard: Surface paint on the outside of the
wooden box contains excessive levels of
lead, violating the federal lead paint
standard.
Description: The recalled art set consists
of a wooden box with several pull-out trays
containing 177 different art items,
including paints and brushes.
Sold through: The J.C. Penney catalog and
Web site from September 2005 through August
2007 for about $40.
Manufactured in: Taiwan and Vietnam
Remedy: Consumers should take the recalled
products away from young children
immediately and return it to any J.C. Penney
store for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For further information,
contact J.C. Penney toll-free at (888)
333-6063 anytime, or visit the firm’s Web
site at
www.jcp.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: October 11, 2007
J.C. Penney Recalls Disney™ Winnie-the-Pooh
Play Sets Due to Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
Hazard: Surface paints on the play sets
contain excessive levels of lead, violating
the federal lead paint standard.
Description: The recalled play set consists
of 23 pieces including: either a white or
black baby doll and assorted Winnie-the-Pooh
themed items such as a diaper bag, blanket,
playpen, highchair, swing, stroller, and
carrying bags.
Sold through: The J.C. Penney catalog, Web
site and outlet stores nationwide from
August 2005 through August 2007 for about
$40.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should take the recalled
play set away from young children
immediately and return it to any J.C. Penney
store for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For further
information, contact J.C. Penney toll-free
at (888) 333-6063 anytime, or visit the
firm’s Web site at
www.jcp.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: October 11, 2007
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store® Recalls
Travel Art Sets Due to Violation of Lead
Paint Standard
Hazard: The surface paint on the zipper pull
of the lap desk contains lead in excess of
the federal lead paint standard.
Description: The recalled Travel Art Set Lap
Desk is a zippered case that opens into a
lap desk with markers, crayons, and magnetic
pieces. The lap desk is 10 3/4-inches wide
and is pink colored. “Made in China” and
item number 266822 are printed on a sticker
located on the product’s packaging.
Sold at: Cracker Barrel Old Country Store®
locations nationwide from April 2007 through
August 2007 for about $20.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should stop using these
art sets immediately, and contact the firm
or return the product to any Cracker Barrel
location for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Cracker Barrel
toll-free at (888) 296-2721 between 9 a.m.
and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or
visit the firm’s Web site at
www.crackerbarrel.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: October 11, 2007
Bendable Dinosaur Toys Recalled by Kipp
Brothers for Excessive Lead
Hazard: The recalled toys pose a risk
of lead exposure to young children.
Description: The bendable dinosaur toys are
about three inches long and come in brown,
green or orange/green colors. While the toys
were sold in boxes of 36, consumers may have
received these products as a giveaway or
promotional item from schools, libraries,
churches, community groups, etc.
Sold in: The Kipp Brothers’ showroom,
catalog and Web site from October 2006
through August 2007 for about $10 per box of
36.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should take the recalled
toys away from children immediately.
Consumers can return the toy to the place of
receipt for a free replacement toy.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Kipp Brothers at (800)
428-1153 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET
Monday through Friday, or visit the Web site
at
www.kipptoys.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: October 11, 2007
Riddell Recalls Collectible Mini Racing
Helmets Due to Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
Hazard: Surface paints on the recalled
helmets contain excessive levels of lead,
violating the federal lead paint standard.
Description: The recalled product is a
six-inch tall, collectible, miniature
helmet, modeled after the helmet worn by
race car driver Jeff Gordon. The helmet is
red and blue with a black visor, and is
painted with various sponsor logos and
playing cards. The UPC number 095855720029
is located on the bottom of the product’s
packaging. No other Riddell mini helmet
models are included in this recall.
Sold at: Academy stores and other retailers
nationwide, as well as the Web site,
www.nascar.com, from February 2007 through
October 2007 for about $40.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should take the recalled
helmets away from young children immediately
and contact Riddell to receive a full
refund.
Consumer Contact: For further information,
contact Riddell at (800) 611-8114 between 9
a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday,
via e-mail at
racingminirecall@riddellsports.com, or visit
the firm’s Web site at
www.riddell.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: October 9, 2007
Kahoot Products Inc. Recalls Cub Scouts
Totem Badges Due to Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
Hazard: The surface paints on the
badges contain excessive levels of lead,
violating the federal lead paint standard.
Description: The recalled Cub Scout
Totem Badges measure 4½ inches x 3 inches
with a square portion measuring 2¼ inches x
2¼ inches. The Boy Scout emblem is printed
on the badge along with a wolf and bear.
“PROGRESS TOWARD RANKS” is also printed on
the badge.
Sold at: Boy Scouts of America retail
outlets nationwide from January 2000 through
September 2007.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Parents should immediately
remove the badges from clothing and keep the
badges away from children. Contact the firm
for instructions on obtaining a free
replacement badge.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Kahoot at (770)
552-2921, or visit the firm’s Web site at
www.kahoot.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: October 4, 2007
CKI Recalls Children’s Decorating Sets Due
to Violation of Lead Paint Standard; Sold
Exclusively at Toys “R” Us
Hazard: Surface paint on the back of
the recalled mirror contains excessive
levels of lead, violating the federal lead
paint standard.
Description: These Totally Me! –
Funky Room Décor Sets are designed to make
various room décor projects and includes a
clock, clock movement, satin fabric, round
box, door hanger, mirror, paper mirror
frame, glitter glue, sticker sheet, foam
shapes, sequins, seed beads, elastic cord,
fabric flowers, and gem stones. The part
containing lead is the mirror.
Sold at: Toys “R” Us stores
nationwide and toysrus.com from May 2007
through September 2007 for about $10.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled products away from
children and return the item to the nearest
Toys “R” Us store for store credit.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Toys “R” Us toll-free
at (800) TOYSRUS/869-7787 between 9 a.m. and
5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the
firm’s Web site at
www.toysrus.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: October 4, 2007
Sports Authority Recalls Aluminum Water
Bottles Due to Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
Hazard: The surface paint on the
water bottle contains excessive levels of
lead, violating the federal lead paint
standard.
Description: This recall involves the
Alpine Design aluminum water bottles sold at
Sports Authority. The water bottles are sold
in different colors and measure between six
and 10 ½ inches tall. The water bottles are
silver, blue, red, blue with pink flowers,
red with the depiction of a mouse, or blue
with the depiction of a zebra. “Alpine
Design” is painted on the water bottle.
Sold at: Sports Authority stores
nationwide from April 2006 through September
2007 for between $5 and $8.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should stop using
the recalled product immediately and return
it to a Sports Authority store for a full
refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Sports Authority at
(800) 360-8721 any time, or visit the firm’s
Web site at
www.sportsauthority.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: October 4, 2007
Antioch Publishing Recalls Bookmarks and
Journals Due to Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
Hazard: Paint on the spiral metal
bindings of the journals, clip of the
bookmarks and the clear coating on the
marquis bookmarks and bracelets contain
excessive levels of lead, which violates the
federal lead paint ban.
Description: This recall involves
various designs of bookmarks and journals
from Antioch Publishing’s Signature
Collection. The character-themed bookmarks
and journals include the following designs:
Clip
Bookmarks
Winnie the Pooh (© Disney)
Lady Bug & Flower
Hope & Courage
Star
Sun & Rainbow
Sun & Moon
Coffee
Follow Him & Cross
Monkey & Bananas |
Marquis Bookmarks
Dragon
Hugging Cat |
Bookmarks Sold with Bracelets
Mother’s Touch
Breast Cancer |
Journals
Cherry Blossoms
Sweetheart
Sassy |
Sold at: Book, card and gift
stores nationwide from March 2005 through
October 2007 for between $4 and $14.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the bookmarks and journals away from
children and contact Antioch Publishing for
a refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Antioch Publishing at
(800) 543-1515 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET
Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s
Web site at
www.antioch.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: October 4, 2007
Key Chains Recalled by Dollar General Due to
Risk of Lead Exposure
Hazard: The key chains contain high
levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by
young children and can cause adverse health
effects.
Description: This recall involves key
chains with a coiled cord and a metal charm
with one of the following engraved words:
“wisdom”, “truth”, “believe”, “love”,
“hope”, or “dream”. The key chains were sold
on a cardboard tab with floral designs and
the words “Metal Keyring” and “$1” on the
front.
Sold at: Dollar General stores
nationwide from June 2005 through August
2007 for about $1.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take these key chains away from young
children and return them to the store where
purchased for a refund or replacement
product.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Dollar General at (800)
678-9258 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday
through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site
at
www.dollargeneral.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: October 4, 2007
Dollar General Recalls Tumblers Due to
Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Hazard: Surface paint on the center
of the eyes of some of the cups can contain
high levels of lead, violating the federal
lead paint standard.
Description: The recall includes
green, plastic, Frankenstein head-shaped
tumblers.
Sold at: Dollar General stores
nationwide in September 2007 for about $1.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take these tumblers away from young children
and return them to the store where purchased
for a refund or replacement product.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Dollar General at (800)
678-9258 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday
through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site
at
www.dollargeneral.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: October 4, 2007
Eveready Battery Co. Recalls Toy Flashlights
Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Hazard: Surface paints on the leather
strap attached to the medallion squeeze
light contain excessive levels of lead,
violating the federal lead paint standard.
Description: The recall involves
“Pirates of the Caribbean” medallion squeeze
lights, which is gold-colored and about
1¾-inches across. It is attached to a
leather strap and metal clasp.
Sold at: Various retail stores and
Web sites nationwide from September 2006
through October 2007 for between $4 and $6.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should take the
recalled squeeze light away from children
immediately and contact the firm to receive
a voucher for another Energizer-brand
product.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Eveready at (800)
925-0628 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday
through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site
at
www.Energizer.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: October 4, 2007
Kids II Recalls Baby Einstein Color Blocks
Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Hazard: Surface paint on the blue
block contains excessive levels of lead,
violating the federal lead paint standard.
Description: The recall involves the
blue block included with the Baby Einstein
Discover & Play Color Blocks, Model 30726
and Model 30881. The blocks are made of soft
textures and come in different colors. Only
date codes of GE7, GF7, and GG7 are included
in this recall. The model number and date
code are printed on the labels affixed to
the green-colored block.
Sold at: Various retailers and
specialty stores nationwide from June 2007
through September 2007 for between $10 and
$13.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should take the
recalled blue block away from children
immediately and contact Kids II to receive a
free replacement of the affected block.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Kids II toll-free at
(866) 203-6788 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30
p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the
firm’s Web site at
www.kidsii.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: October 4, 2007
KB Toys Recalls Wooden Toys Due to Violation
of Lead Paint Standard
Hazard: Surface paints on the toys
can contain excessive levels of lead,
violating the federal lead paint standard.
Descriptions:
Wooden Pull-Along Alphabet & Math Blocks
Wagons and Learning Blocks Wagons The
recalled wooden toy wagons have 28 blocks
and a pull string. The wagons measure about
7½” x 13” and have blocks with letters,
words, numbers, or pictures on them. “First
Learning” or “My Kidz” are printed on the
products’ packaging, in addition to UPC
#834162002158 or #834162002165.
10-in-1 Activity Learning Carts The recalled
activity carts are three dimensional
learning toys with various activities. The
cart measures about 17¼” x 16½” x 7¾”.
“First Learning” and UPC #834162002127 are
printed on the products’ packaging.
Flip-Flop Alphabet Blocks The recalled
wooden toys have blocks that flip with
letters, words, numbers, and pictures on
them. The toy measures about 10 1/8” x 10¾”
x 2¾”. “First Learning” and UPC
#834162001212 are printed on the products’
packaging.
Sold at: KB Toys stores nationwide.
The Pull-Along Wagons were sold from August
2005 to August 2007 for between $9 and $13.
The 10-in-1 Activity Learning Carts were
sold from August 2006 to September 2007 for
about $30. The Flip-Flop Alphabet Blocks
were sold from August 2006 to September 2007
for about $7.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled toys away from children
and return them to any KB Toys retail store
for a store credit.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact KB Toys toll-free at
(888) 843-9520 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET
Monday through Friday, or visit the
company’s Web site at
www.recall.kbtinfo.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: September 26, 2007
TOBY N.Y.C. Expands Children’s Metal Jewelry
Recall Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
Hazard: The recalled metal jewelry
sets contain high levels of lead. Lead is
toxic if ingested by young children and can
cause adverse health effects.
Description: This recall involves
jewelry sets sold in different styles: a
pink and clear crystal bead necklace and
bracelet set with a painted metallic crown
pendant; a pink and white pearl necklace and
bracelet set with a painted metallic poodle
pendant; and a pink pearl necklace, earrings
and ring set. This recall is expanded to
include two additional styles: a pink
crystal and wood bead necklace and bracelet
set with a monkey pendant; and a pink and
clear crystal bead necklace and bracelet set
with a heart pendant. All sets are sold in a
pink gift box with “TOBY & ME” printed on
the front and “TOBY & ME” hangtags attached
to the packaging.
Sold at: T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, A.J.
Wright, Cracker Barrel, and Shopko stores
nationwide from August 2006 through August
2007 for between $8 and $15.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled jewelry away from children
and contact TOBY N.Y.C. for information on
receiving a full refund or replacement item.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact TOBY N.Y.C. toll-free
at (866) 235-0588 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
ET Monday through Friday, or email the firm
at
info@tobynyc.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: September 26, 2007
Children’s Spinning Wheel-Metal Necklaces
Recalled By Rhode Island Novelty Due to Risk
of Lead Exposure
Hazard: The clasp on the necklaces
contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic
if ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Description: This recall involves
30”-inch-long link necklaces with a spinning
wheel pendant. The wheel pendant, designed
to resemble car’s spinning tire rim, has
rhinestones attached to the front, a silver
base and measures 2 ¾-inches in diameter.
The item has a clear plastic hang tag with a
UPC code of 0 97138 68502 5.
Sold at: Family entertainment
centers, redemption centers, and small
discount stores nationwide and at
www.rinovelty.com from November 2006 through
May 2007 for about $2.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled jewelry away from children
and return it to the store where purchased
or to Rhode Island Novelty for a free
replacement jewelry item.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Rhode Island Novelty at
(800) 528-5599 between 8:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.
ET Monday through Friday, or visit the
firm’s Web site at
www.rinovelty.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: September 26, 2007
Guidecraft Inc. Recalls Children’s Puppet
Theaters Due to Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
Hazard: Surface paints on the puppet
theater’s wooden panels contain excessive
levels of lead, violating the federal lead
paint standard.
Description: The recalled puppet
theater has a chalkboard surface on the
front and colored side panels. The puppet
theater measures about 35 inches in length,
14 inches in width and about 52 inches in
height.
Sold at: Specialty toy stores, gift
shops, catalogs and Web sites nationwide
from June 2006 through August 2007 for about
$90.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled puppet theaters away from
children and contact Guidecraft to receive a
replacement theater or another product of
equal value.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Guidecraft toll-free at
(888) 824-1308 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT
Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s
Web site at
www.guidecraft.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: September 26, 2007
Children’s Toy Rakes Sold Exclusively at
Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores Recalled Due
to Violation of Lead in Paint Standard
Hazard: Surface paint on the handle
of the rake can contain excessive levels of
lead paint, violating the federal lead paint
standard.
Description: The recalled children’s
rake has a green handle with a yellow duck
head attached to the handle. The rake has
seven purple tines, also known as teeth. The
rake is about 24 inches long. “Robbie Ducky™
Garden Collection Rake” is printed on a tag
attached to the handle.
Sold exclusively at: Jo-Ann Fabric
and Craft Stores nationwide from January
2007 through September 2007 for about $7.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled toy rake away from
children and return it to any Jo-Ann Fabric
and Craft Store for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Jo-Ann Stores Inc.
toll-free at (888) 739-4120, option 7,
between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through
Friday, email the firm at
guest.services@jo-annstores.com, or
visit the firm’s Web site at
www.joann.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: September 26, 2007
RC2 Recalls Knights of the Sword Toys Due to
Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Hazard: Surface paints on the toy
knights contain excessive levels of lead,
violating the federal lead paint standard.
Description: The three recalled
silver knight toys are mounted on red horses
sold individually in see-through blister
cards. “Britains” and “Knights of the Sword”
are printed on the top of the card in the
packaging. The recalled toys include a
mounted silver knight on a red horse with an
axe; a mounted silver knight on a red horse
with two hands on a raised weapon; and a
mounted silver knight on a red horse with a
lance.
Sold at: Specialty toy stores
nationwide from April 2004 through March
2006 for about $8.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should take these
recalled toys away from young children
immediately and contact RC2 to receive a
full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact RC2 toll-free at (866)
725-4407 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday
through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site
at
http://recalls.rc2.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: September 26, 2007
Target Recalls Children’s Toy Gardening
Tools and Chairs Due to Violation of Lead
Paint Standard
Hazard: The surface paint on the
recalled gardening tools and chairs contains
excessive levels of lead, violating the
federal lead paint standard.
Description: The recall includes the
Happy Giddy Gardening Tools and the Sunny
Patch Children’s Chairs.
Gardening tools: caterpillar
trowel with an orange and multi-colored
handle; kitty cat broom with pink flowers
and green handle; pink and green cultivator
with a solid green tool portion and pink
flowers on the handle; orange and green wood
handle hoe and rake with orange flowers;
pink and green shovel and trowel with pink
flowers; green, orange and light blue snail
push broom; multi-colored trowel, hoe, rake
with orange on the tool body; multi-colored
shovel with solid red on the shovel and eyes
on the top of the handle; red and blue owl
shaped broom with bristles painted blue,
with yellow and black large eyes on the
face.
Children’s Chairs:
multi-colored children’s Sunny Patch chairs
with a giraffe, monkey, and elephant on the
back. The cloth seat and back are striped in
orange, yellow, green and blue. The
chameleon, butterfly and lady bug chair are
not included in the recall.
Sold at: Target stores nationwide
from August 2006 through August 2007 for
between $3 and $10.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the products away from children and
return the item to the nearest Target store
for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Target at (800)
440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 pm. CT Monday
through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site
at
www.target.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: September 26, 2007
RC2 Corp. Recalls Additional Thomas &
Friends™ Wooden Railway Toys Due to
Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Hazard: Surface paints on the toys
can contain excessive levels of lead,
violating the federal lead paint standard.
Description: The recall involves five
toys from the Thomas and Friends Wooden
Railway product line: the all-black cargo
car, toad vehicle, olive green sodor cargo
box and all-green maple tree top and signal
base accessories. The front of the packaging
has the logo “Thomas & Friends Wooden
Railway” in the upper left-hand corner. A
tracking code may be located on the bottom
of some of the products. Toys marked with
codes containing “WJ” and “AZ” are not
included in the recall.
Sold at:
Toy stores and various retailers nationwide
from March 2003 through September 2007 for
between $10 and $40.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should take the
recalled toys away from young children
immediately and contact RC2 Corp. for a
replacement toy.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact RC2 toll-free at (866)
725-4407 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday
through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site
at
http://recalls.rc2.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: September 4, 2007
Mattel Recalls Various Barbie® Accessory
Toys Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Hazard:
Surface paints on the toys contain excessive
levels of lead which is prohibited under
federal law.
Description: The recall involves
various Barbie accessory toys that were
manufactured between September 30, 2006 and
August 20, 2007. The model names, product
numbers and affected date code numbers may
be found at this site
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml07/07301.html.
The product and date code numbers are
printed on the largest component of the toy
sets.
Sold at: Retail stores nationwide
from October 2006 through August 2007 for
about $10.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled toys away from children
and contact Mattel for instructions on how
to receive a free replacement toy of equal
value.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Mattel’s Fisher-Price
hotline at (888) 496-8330 anytime, or visit
the firm’s Web site at
www.mattel.com/safety
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CPSC Recall Alert: September 4, 2007
Fisher-Price Recalls Bongo Band Toys Due to
Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Hazard:
Surface paints on the toys contain excessive
levels of lead, which violates the federal
law prohibiting lead paint on children's
toys.
Description: The recalled toys have
two bongos, including one with a yellow and
green plastic drum base with a blue drum
surface. The other bongo is yellow and green
plastic drum base with an orange drum
surface with “It’s a Big, Big World” printed
on it. The toys were sold with animal shaped
accessories including a monkey, bird,
tambourine and drum stick. The toys have
product number K9343 inside the orange drum.
A date code between 139-7SH and 232-7SH is
printed on the drum’s orange ring surface.
Bongo Band toys included in this recall must
have both the product number and date code.
Sold at: Retail stores nationwide
from July 2007 through August 2007 for about
$20.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled toys away from children
and contact Fisher-Price for instructions on
returning the product in order to receive a
free replacement toy.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Fisher-Price at (888)
496-8330 anytime or visit the firm’s Web
site at
www.mattel.com/safety
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CPSC Recall Alert: September 4, 2007
Fisher-Price Recalls Geo Trax Locomotive
Toys Due To Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Hazard:
Surface paints on the toys contain excessive
levels of lead.
Description: The recall involves the Geo
Trax Freightway Transport and Geo Trax
Special Track Pack locomotive toys. These
toys are red with yellow paint on the ladder
and horn details. The recalled models were
manufactured between July 31, 2006 and
August 20, 2007 and have a date code between
212-6CK through 325-6CK or 001-7CK through
232-7CK marked on the bottom of the product.
The packaging on the Freightway Transport
model is marked H5705 and the packaging on
the Special Track Pack model is marked
K3013.
Sold at: Retail stores nationwide from
September 2006 through August 2007 for
between $3 and $16.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled toys away from children
and contact Fisher-Price. Consumers will
need to return the product in order to
receive a free replacement toy.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Fisher-Price toll-free
at (888) 496-8330 anytime or visit the
firm's Web site at
www.mattel.com/safety
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CPSC Recall Alert: August 30, 2007
Toys "R" Us Recalls Wooden Coloring Cases
Due To Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Hazard: The printed ink on the outer
packaging of the wood case contains lead.
Also, some of the black watercolor paint
contains excessive levels of lead, which
violates the federal lead paint standard.
Description: The recall involves the
Imaginarium brand 213 Piece Wooden Coloring
Case which includes crayons, pastels,
colored pencils, fiber pens, paintbrush,
pencil, water colors, palette, white paint,
ruler and pencil sharpener in a light tan
wooden carrying case. The case measures
about 14 inches high by 19 inches wide.
Sold by: Toys "R" Us stores
nationwide and toysrus.com from October 2006
through August 2007 for about $20.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the products away from children and
return the item to the nearest Toys "R" Us
store for store credit.
Consumer Contact: For more
information, contact Toys "R" Us at (800)
TOYSRUS/869-7787 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m.
ET Monday through Saturday, and between 10
a.m. and 7 p.m. on Sunday, or visit the
company’s Web site at
www.toysrus.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: August 28, 2007
Children's Watering Cans Sold Exclusively at
Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores Recalled Due
to Violation of Lead in Paint Ban
Hazard:
The beak of the watering can contains lead
in the paint, which violates the federal law
prohibiting lead paint on children's toys.
Lead is toxic if ingested by young children
and can cause adverse health effects.
Description: The recalled Robbie Ducky™
Kids Watering Can is yellow with an orange
beak and is about 10 inches high by 6 inches
wide. "Robbie Ducky™ Garden Collection Duck
Watering Can" is printed on a sticker on the
bottom of the watering can.
Sold exclusively at: Jo-Ann Fabric and
Craft Stores nationwide from February 2007
through August 2007 for about $10.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the watering can away from children and
return it to any Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft
Store for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Jo-Ann Stores Inc.
toll-free at (888) 739-4120 ext. 7 between 8
a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or
email the firm at
guest.services@jo-annstores.com or visit
the firm’s Web site at
www.joann.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: August 22, 2007
Martin Designs Inc. Recalls SpongeBob
SquarePants™ Character Address Books and
Journals Due to Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
Hazard: The paint on the metal spiral
bindings of the address books and journals
can contain excessive levels of lead, which
violates the federal lead paint ban. Lead is
toxic if ingested by young children and can
cause adverse health effects.
Description: The recall involves
address books and journals with SpongeBob
SquarePants™ character on the front cover
and a black metal spiral binding. The UPC
numbers (80773007505 for the address book
and 80773002260 and 80773075501 for the
journal) are printed on the back covers.
Sold at: Retail stores nationwide
from June 2006 through July 2007 for about
$2.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled address books and journals
away from children. Consumers should remove
the UPC as proof of ownership and contact
Martin Designs Inc. for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Martin Designs Inc.
toll-free at (866) 898-0261 between 9 a.m.
and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or
visit the firm’s Web site at
www.martindesigns-ltd.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: August 22, 2007
Thomas and Friends, Curious George and Other
Spinning Tops and Tin Pails Recalled By
Schylling Associates Due To Violation of
Lead Paint Standard
Hazard: Surface paints on the wooden
handles of the tops and pails contain
excessive levels of lead, which violates the
federal lead paint standard. Lead is toxic
if ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Description: The recalled tops and
pails are primarily metal and have wooden
handles. The tops are painted with Thomas
and Friends, Curious George, or a circus
scene. The pails are painted with Thomas and
Friends, Curious George, or in a solid red
or yellow color. Tops with plastic handles
are not included in this recall.
Sold at: Specialty toy stores and
gift shops nationwide from July 2001 through
July 2002. The tops were sold for about $13.
The pails were sold for about $6.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled toys away from children
and contact Schylling to receive a refund or
free replacement toy.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Schylling at (800)
767-8697 between 9 am and 5 pm ET Monday
through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site
at
www.schylling.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: August 22, 2007
Children’s Charm Bracelets Sold by Buy-Rite
Recalled Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
Hazard: The recalled jewelry contains
high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if
ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Description: The recalled charm
bracelets have silver-colored charms,
including angels, crosses, and hearts, and
clear and pink beads that hang from a
silver-colored chain.
Sold at: Dollar stores and other
small retail stores nationwide from March
2004 through August 2007 for about $1.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled jewelry away from children
and return it to store where purchased for a
full refund. If unable to return it to the
store, contact Buy-Rite for information on
how to receive a refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Buy-Rite at (888)
777-7952 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday
through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site
at
www.buyriteinc.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: August 22, 2007
Children’s Metal Jewelry Recalled by TOBY
N.Y.C. Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
Hazard: The recalled metal jewelry
sets contain high levels of lead. Lead is
toxic if ingested by young children and can
cause adverse health effects..
Description: The three recalled
jewelry sets include: a princess pink and
clear crystal bead necklace and bracelet set
with a painted metallic crown pendant; a
pink and white pearl necklace and bracelet
set with a painted metallic poodle pendant;
and a pink pearl necklace, earrings and ring
set. All sets are sold in a pink gift box
with “TOBY & ME” printed on the front and
“TOBY & ME” hangtags attached to the
packaging.
Sold at: T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, and
A.J.Wright from August 2006 through May 2007
for about $8.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled jewelry away from children
and contact TOBY N.Y.C. for information on
receiving a full refund or replacement item.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact TOBY N.Y.C. toll-free
at (866) 235-0588 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
ET Monday through Friday, or email the firm
at
info@tobynyc.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: August 14, 2007
Mattel Recalls “Sarge” Die Cast Toy Cars Due
To Violation of Lead Safety Standard
Hazard: Surface paints on the toys
could contain lead levels in excess of
federal standards. Lead is toxic if ingested
by young children and can cause adverse
health effects.
Description: The recall involves die
cast “Sarge” 2 ½ inch toy cars. The toy
looks like a military jeep and measures
about 2 ½ inches long by 1 inch high by 1
inch wide. The recalled toy has the markings
“7EA” and “China” on the bottom. The “Sarge”
toy car is sold alone or in a package of
two, and may have the product number M1253
(for single cars) and K5925 (for cars sold
as a set) printed on the packaging. The cars
marked “Thailand” are not included in this
recall.
Sold at: Retail stores nationwide
from May 2007 through August 2007 for
between $7 and $20 (depending on whether
they were sold individually or in sets).
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled toys away from children
and contact Mattel. Consumers will need to
return the product to receive a replacement
toy.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Mattel at (800)
916-4997 anytime or visit the firm’s Web
site at
www.service.mattel.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: August 13, 2007
Cost Plus World Market Recalls Red, Blue,
Green, and Yellow Speckleware Beverage
Containers and Glass Water Tank For
Potential Lead Exposure Risk
Hazard:
These items are being recalled because the
metal spigot used in these containers can
leach lead into lemonade and other acidic
beverages stored in them
Description:
Cost Plus World Market, a leading retailer
of casual home living and entertaining
products, today announced a voluntary recall
of the following consumer products: Red,
blue, green, and yellow speckleware beverage
containers with SKU numbers 370549, 391163,
378321, 378322; and glass water tank retro
w/spout with SKU number 378251. These
numbers appear on the customer sales
receipt.
Sold at: There were approximately
12,592 units sold at Cost Plus/World Market
stores nationwide from May 2005 through July
2007 for between $19.98 and $39.99.
Remedy: Customers who have purchased
these beverage containers are urged to
return them to any Cost Plus World Market
store for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For
additional information, contact Cost Plus
Inc. at (877) 967-5362 between 7:00 a.m. and
12:00 a.m. EDT any day or at
www.worldmarket.com
*Source: U. S. Food and Drug Administration
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CPSC Recall Alert: August 2, 2007
Fisher-Price Recalls Licensed Character Toys
Due To Lead Poisoning Hazard
Hazard: Surface paints on the toys
could contain excessive levels of lead. Lead
is toxic if ingested by young children and
can cause adverse health effects.
Description: The recalled involves
various figures and toys that were
manufactured between April 19, 2007 and July
6, 2007 and were sold alone or as part of
sets. The model names and product numbers
for the recalled toys, which are all marked
with “Fisher-Price,” are listed below. The
toys may have a date code between 109-7LF
and 187-7LF marked on the product or
packaging.
Sold at: Retail stores nationwide
from May 2007 through August 2007 for
between $5 and $40.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled toys away from children
and contact Fisher-Price. Consumers will
need to return the product and will receive
a voucher for a replacement toy of the
consumer’s choice (up to the value of the
returned product).
Consumer Contact: For additional
information contact Fisher-Price at (800)
916-4498 anytime or visit the firm’s Web
site at
www.service.mattel.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: July 18, 2007
AAFES Expands Recall of “Soldier Bear” Toy
Sets Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
Hazard: Surface paints on the toy
action figures, dinosaurs and animals
contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic
if ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Description: This recall involves toy
sets with various action figures, dinosaurs,
animals and vehicles. The style number,
Universal Product Code and Soldier Bear logo
are printed on the product’s packaging.
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Toy Set |
Style Code |
UPC # |
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H.E.R.O.E.S. Dino Mega Cruiser |
00047 |
4
98567 00047 4 |
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Dinosaur Adventure Set (two
styles) |
91068
91074 |
6
98567 91068 1
6 98567 91074 2 |
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Wild Animal Adventure Set |
91074 |
6
98567 91074 2 |
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H.E.R.O.E.S. Vehicle Play Set
(three styles: military, police
and fire rescue) |
85939 |
6
98567 85939 3 |
Sold at: AAFES stores worldwide from
August 2005 through April 2007 for between
$5 and $15.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the toys away from children and return
the product to the nearest AAFES store for
full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, call AAFES at (800) 866-3605
anytime or visit the firm’s Web site at
www.aafes.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: July 17, 2007
Children’s Earrings Sold at Wal-Mart Stores
in Florida Recalled by Uncas Manufacturing
Co. Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
Hazard: The recalled metal earring
sets contain high levels of lead. Lead is
toxic if ingested by young children and can
cause adverse health effects.
Description: This recall involves the
Sleeping Beauty Crown and the Cinderella
Star Earring sets. The Sleeping Beauty Crown
set contains two pairs of earrings; one pair
is shaped as pink crowns and the other pair
is shaped as the Sleeping Beauty character.
The Cinderella Star Earring set contains two
pairs of earrings; one pair is shaped as
blue stars and the other one is shaped as
the Cinderella character. The packaging is
shaped as a pink heart and “The Wonderful
World of Disney” is printed in the front.
Sold at: Wal-Mart Stores in Florida
from February 2007 to June 2007 for about
$5.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take this recalled jewelry away from
children and return it to Uncas
Manufacturing Co. for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact the firm at (800)
776-0980 between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET
Monday through Friday, or e-mail the firm at
skenney@uncas.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: July 5, 2007
Children’s Metal Jewelry Recalled by Future
Industries Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
Hazard:
The recalled metal jewelry sets contain high
levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by
young children and can cause adverse health
effects.
Description: The recalled jewelry
sets include a necklace, bracelet and pair
of earrings made of green, blue or pink
plastic beads. The necklaces have painted
metallic pendants in the shape of shoes,
girls, blackboards with “ABCD,” or school
buses. The other recalled jewelry sets
include a necklace and seven pendants, one
for each day of the week. The pendants are
shaped as sandals, purses or butterflies.
“Essentials for kids” is printed on the
packaging.
Sold at: Gift stores, dollar stores,
and small discount stores nationwide from
August 2005 through April 2007 for about $1.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled jewelry away from
children. Return it to the store where
purchased for a full refund, or contact
Future Industries for information on
receiving a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Future Industries at
(800) 929-0006 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET
Monday through Friday.
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CPSC Recall Alert: June 19, 2007
Children’s Necklaces Recalled by GeoCentral
Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
Hazard: The metal clasp on the
necklace contains high levels of lead. Lead
is toxic if ingested by young children and
can cause adverse health effects.
Description: The recalled necklaces
consist of a multi-colored butterfly pendant
on a multi-colored seed bead 16-inch
necklace. The product’s packaging includes a
white hang card with “GeoJewelry” printed on
the front underneath “GeoCentral.”
Sold at: Souvenir and gift stores
nationwide from January 2006 through May
2007 for about $2.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled jewelry away from children
and return them to store where purchased for
a full refund or contact GeoCentral for
information on how to obtain a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact GeoCentral at (800)
231-6083 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday
through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site
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CPSC Recall Alert: June 13, 2007
RC2 Corp. Recalls Various Thomas & Friends™
Wooden Railway Toys Due to Lead Poisoning
Hazard
Hazard: Surface paints on the
recalled products contain lead. Lead is
toxic if ingested by young children and can
cause adverse health effects.
Description: The recall involves
wooden vehicles, buildings and other train
set components for young children listed in
the chart below. The front of the packaging
has the logo “Thomas & Friends Wooden
Railway” on the upper left-hand corner. A
manufacturing code may be located on the
bottom of the product or inside the battery
cover. Toys marked with codes containing
“WJ” or “AZ” are not included in this
recall.
Recalled Product Name
Red James Engine & Red James’ # 5 Coal
Tender
Red Lights & Sounds James Engine & Red
James’ #5 Lights & Sounds Coal Tender
James with Team Colors Engine & James with
Team Colors #5 Coal Tender
Red Skarloey Engine
Brown & Yellow Old Slow Coach
Red Hook & Ladder Truck & Red Water Tanker
Truck
Red Musical Caboose
Red Sodor Line Caboose
Red Coal Car labeled “2006 Day Out With
Thomas” on the Side
Red Baggage Car
Red Holiday Caboose
Red “Sodor Mail” Car
Red Fire Brigade Truck
Red Fire Brigade Train
Deluxe Sodor Fire Station
Red Coal Car
Yellow Box Car
Red Stop Sign
Yellow Railroad Crossing Sign
Yellow “Sodor Cargo Company” Cargo Piece
Smelting Yard
Ice Cream Factory
Sold at: Toy stores and various
retailers nationwide from January 2005
through June 2007 for between $10 and $70.
Remedy: Consumers should take the
recalled toys away from young children
immediately and contact RC2 Corp. for a
replacement toy.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact RC2 Corp. toll-free at
(866) 725-4407 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT
Monday through Thursday and between 8 a.m.
and 11 a.m. CT Friday, or visit the firm’s
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CPSC Recall Alert: June 12, 2007
Silver Stud Earrings Sold Exclusively at
Kmart Recalled by Crimzon Rose Accessories
Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
Hazard: The recalled earrings contain
high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if
ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Description: The earrings are
oval-shaped, silver-colored studs.
“ACCESSORIES” is printed on the front of the
earrings’ packaging. Kmart is printed on the
back.
Sold exclusively at: Kmart stores
nationwide from October 2004 through March
2007 for about $3.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
stop using the recalled earrings and return
them to any Kmart store for a free
replacement pair of earrings.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Kmart at (800) 659-7026
between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through
Saturday, or visit Kmart’s Web site at
www.kmart.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: May 30, 2007
Toy Drums Recalled by The Boyds Collection
Ltd. Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
Hazard: The red paint on the drums
contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic
if ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Description: The recalled decorative
toy drums are made of wood and come with two
wooden drum sticks. The sides of the drums
are painted blue with white stars and the
tops and bottoms feature an antique U.S.
flag decoration. The Eli’s Small Drum
measures 4 ¾ inches in diameter and 3 ½
inches tall. The Liberty’s Large Drum
measures 6 ¾ inches in diameter and 4 inches
tall. The Eli’s Small Drum has item number
654933 printed on its hangtag and packaging.
The Liberty’s Large Drum has item number
654934 printed on its hangtag and packaging.
The drums are packaged and sold separately.
Sold at: Gift and collectible stores
nationwide from June 2005 through April 2007
for about $15.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled decorative toy drums away
from children and return them to the store
where purchased for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact The Boyds Collection
Ltd. toll-free at (877) 772-3277 ext.2179
anytime, e-mail
safety@boydsstuff.com, or visit the
firm’s Web site at
www.boydsstuff.com
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CPSC Recall Alert:
May 24, 2007
AAFES Recalls "Soldier Bear" Toy Sets Due to
Lead Poisoning Hazard
Hazard: Surface paints on the toy
action figures contain high levels of lead.
Lead is toxic if ingested by young children
and can cause adverse health effects.
Description: This recall involves toy
sets with multiple action figures and
vehicles. The model number (88931),
Universal Product Code (6 98567 88931 4) and
Soldier Bear logo are printed on the
product's packaging. The back of the action
figures are marked with letters "TC-ST."
Sold at: AAFES stores worldwide from
August 2006 through April 2007 for about
$20.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the toys away from children and return
the product to the nearest AAFES store for
full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, call AAFES at (800) 866-3605
anytime or visit the firm's Web site at
www.aafes.com
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CPSC Recall Alert:
May 15, 2007
High Lead Levels Prompt Recall of Children's
Metal Jewelry By Spandrel Sales and
Marketing Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
Hazard: The recalled jewelry
contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic
if ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Description: The recalled jewelry
includes pendants that hang from
silver-colored bracelet and necklace chains,
and silver-colored rings with a charm on
top. Charm shapes include silver-colored
crosses, suns, moons, stars, butterflies,
cupids, angels, keys, elephants, hands, cell
phones, fish, and shoes.
Sold at: Vending machines located
in malls, discount, department and grocery
stores nationwide from February 2007 through
March 2007 for 25 cents.
Remedy: Consumers should
immediately take the recalled rings and
necklaces away from children and throw them
away.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Spandrel Sales and
Marketing toll-free at (877) 213-0500
between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through
Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at
www.ssmvending.com
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CPSC Recall Alert:
May 15, 2007
Children's Rings Recalled By Cardinal
Distributing Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
Hazard: The recalled rings contain
high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if
ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Description: The silver-colored
rings have a round turquoise-colored stone
on top. The stone is surrounded by a band of
small silver-colored balls.
Sold in: Vending machines located
in malls, discount, department and grocery
stores in the Baltimore, Maryland area from
August 2002 through April 2007 for 25 cents.
Remedy: Consumers should
immediately take the recalled rings away
from children and throw them away.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, call Cardinal Distributing at
(800) 368-2062 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET
Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's
Web site at
www.vendingdepot.com
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CPSC Recall Alert:
May 2, 2007
Oriental Trading Company Inc. Recalls
Children's Necklaces Due to Lead Hazard
Hazard: The recalled children's
necklaces contain high levels of lead. Lead
is toxic if ingested by young children and
can cause adverse health effects.
Description: The recalled
necklaces have a silver fish pendant that
hangs from a black cord.
Sold Exclusively at: Oriental
Trading Company Inc. Web site and catalog
from January 2005 through January 2007 for
about 70 cents.
Remedy: Consumers should
immediately take the recalled necklaces away
from children and discard it and contact
Oriental Trading Company Inc. for
information on how to receive a full refund
or credit.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Oriental Trading
Company Inc. at (800) 723-6155 anytime or
visit the firm's Web site at
www.orientaltrading.com
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CPSC Recall Alert:
May 2, 2007
Target Recalls Anima Bamboo Collection Games
Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
Hazard: The toys in the bamboo
game sets could contain lead paint, which is
toxic if ingested by young children and can
cause adverse health effects.
Description: This recall involves
Anima-Bamboo Collection Games. The games
contain 38 bamboo pads, four ghosts, and one
dice. The product's packaging is an orange
box with the words “Anima” and “BAMBOO
Collection Games” are printed on each side.
Sold at: Target stores nationwide
from December 2006 through April 2007 for
$10.
Remedy: Consumers should
immediately take the game away from children
and return them to the nearest Target store
for full refund, including applicable sales
tax.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, call Target at (800) 440-0680
between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through
Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at
www.target.com
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CPSC Recall Alert:
May 2, 2007
Lead Poisoning Hazard Prompts Cardinal
Distributing to Again Recall Children's
Rings
Hazard: The rings contain high
levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by
young children and can cause adverse health
effects. These rings were subject to the
July 2004 recall of 150 million pieces
of children's metal jewelry. The firm placed
the recalled rings that it had pulled from
stores back into circulation.
Description: The recalled rings
are silver with either dice or horseshoes on
top. The numbers on some of the dice are
painted in various colors, others are not
painted. The horseshoes have either pink and
green or purple and yellow painted polka
dots.
Sold in: Vending machines located
in malls, discount, department and grocery
stores in the Baltimore, Maryland area from
August 2004 through March 2007 for about 25
cents.
Remedy: Consumers should
immediately take the recalled rings away
from children and throw the rings away.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Cardinal Distributing
Co. Inc. at (800) 368-2062 between 9 a.m.
and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or
visit the firm's Web site at
www.vendingdepot.com
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CPSC Recall Alert:
April 17,
2007
900,000 Children's Necklaces and Charm
Bracelets Recalled by Cardinal Distributing
Co. Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
Hazard: The paint on this jewelry
contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic
if ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Description: The recalled
necklaces have sports-themed pendants
including blue or green basketballs, yellow
stars, “01,” and “Perfect 10.” The pendants
hang from a black cord. The bracelets
include green or pink painted heart-shaped
charms and silver-colored charms shaped as
suns, moons, stars, padlocks, keys, rattles,
and fishbones.
Sold in: Vending machines located
in malls, discount, department and grocery
stores nationwide from January 2006 through
April 2007 for 25 cents.
Remedy: Consumers should
immediately take the recalled necklaces and
charm bracelets away from children and
discard them.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Cardinal Distributing
Co. Inc. at (800) 368-2062 between 9 a.m.
and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or
visit the firm's Web site at
www.vendingdepot.com
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CPSC Recall Alert:
April 3,
2007
A&A Global Industries Recalls Children's
Bracelets Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
Hazard: The paint on the metallic
band beneath the decorative cover contains
high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if
ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: The recalled
bracelets are made of flexible metal bands
wrapped in decorative plastic covers. The
bracelets come in various colors and
designs, including smiley faces, Chinese
symbols, dogs, cats, aliens, checker boards,
and flames.
Sold in: Vending machines located
in malls, discount, department and grocery
stores nationwide from November 2005 through
March 2007 for 25 cents.
Remedy: Consumers should
immediately take the recalled bracelets away
from children and discard them.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact A&A Global Industries
at (800) 638-6000 ext. 314 between 9 a.m.
and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or
visit the firm's Web site at
www.aaglobalind.com
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CPSC Recall Alert:
April 3,
2007
Various Metal Key Chains Recalled by Dollar
General for Lead Poisoning Hazard
Hazard: The key chains contain
high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if
ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Description: This recall involves
three styles of metal key chains including a
flip flop design, dangling charms and a
letter. The flip flop charms were sold in
purple, yellow and aqua blue and have a
flower at the top. Charms on the
dangling-style key chain include a cross,
flower, shamrock, and a heart that hangs
from a short silver chain. The letter-style
key chain is a silver metal letter in the
English alphabet. The words “KeyChain” and
“Dollar General $1.25” are printed on the
front of the packaging for each style.
Sold at: Dollar General stores
nationwide from December 2005 through
January 2007 for $1.25.
Remedy: Consumers should
immediately take these key chains away from
young children and return them to the store
where purchased for a refund or replacement
product.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Dollar General Corp. at
(800) 678-9258 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET
Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's
Web site at
www.dollargeneral.com
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CPSC Recall Alert:
March 15, 2007
Regent Products Corp. Recalls Stuffed Ball
Toys Due to Lead Hazard
Hazard: The stuffed balls contain
lead paint, which is toxic if ingested by
young children and can cause adverse health
effects.
Description: The Fun Ball is an
orange stuffed ball toy that measures 4
inches in diameter and designed to look like
a basketball. The ball is printed with
colored numbers, letters and "Reg.
#PA-10623(HK)."
Sold at: Dollar stores and other
discount stores nationwide from June, 2006
through March, 2007 for about $1.
Remedy: Consumers should take
these balls away from young children
immediately and return the toy to the store
where purchased for a refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Regent Products at
(800) 940-4869 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET
Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's
Web site at
www.regentproducts.com or e-mail the
firm at
recall@regentproducts.com
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CPSC Recall Alert:
March 15, 2007
Children's
Necklaces Sold Exclusively at Claire's
Stores Recalled Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
Hazard: The recalled necklaces
contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic
if ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Description: The recalled
children's necklaces have metal pendants
shaped as monkeys, dolphins, and frogs
holding colored marbles, a fleur de lis
painted in various colors, a silver and
black fairy, silver-colored letters "BFF"
with rhinestones, and tiny handcuffs painted
in various colors. The pendants hang from
silver-colored chains. "Claire's" or
"Claire's best friends forever" is printed
on the packaging.
Sold exclusively at: Claire's
retail stores nationwide from December 2005
through December 2006 for between $5 and
$11.
Remedy: Consumers should
immediately take this recalled jewelry away
from children. Consumers should return the
recalled jewelry to any Claire's store for a
full refund or a free replacement product.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, call Claire's Boutiques Inc.
toll-free at (866) 859-9281 between 9 a.m.
and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or
visit the firm's Web site at
www.claires.com
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CPSC Recall Alert:
March 15, 2007
Children's Mood Necklaces Recalled by Rhode
Island Novelty Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
Hazard: The recalled jewelry
contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic
if ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Description: The recalled
children's mood necklaces have multi-colored
pendants including hearts, moons, dolphins,
dragonflies, stars and butterflies that hang
from a black cord. "Mood Necklace" is
printed on the necklace's packaging.
Sold at: Carnivals, amusement
parks, family entertainment centers, and
small discount stores nationwide, and
through Rhode Island Novelty's Web site,
www.rinovelty.com, from August 2005 through
December 2006 for about $1.
Remedy: Consumers should
immediately take this recalled jewelry away
from children and return it to the store
where purchased or to Rhode Island Novelty
for a free replacement jewelry item.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Rhode Island Novelty at
(800) 528-5599 between 8:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.
ET Monday through Friday, or visit the
firm's Web site at
www.rinovelty.com
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CPSC Recall Alert:
March 13, 2007
Children's Necklaces Sold Exclusively at
Accessories Palace Recalled by United
Imports Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
Hazard: The recalled jewelry
contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic
if ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Description: The recalled
necklaces are multi-colored pendants shaped
as hearts, crosses, moons, feet, stars,
dolphins, shamrocks, teardrops, spiders,
flip-flop sandals and butterflies that hang
from a black cord. "Mood Necklace" is
printed on the front of the packaging and
Item #AP-R428 is printed on a sticker on the
back of the packaging.
Remedy: Consumers should
immediately take the recalled jewelry away
from children. Consumers should return the
recalled jewelry to the Accessories Palace
store for a full refund. If unable to return
it to the store or if purchased through the
Web site, contact United Imports Inc. for
information on how to receive a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact United Imports Inc. at
(800) 457-3545 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET
Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's
Web site at
www.unitedimports.com
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CPSC Recall Alert:
March 13, 2007
Toys "R" Us Recalls "Elite Operations" Toy
Sets Due to Lead and Laceration Hazards
Hazard: These toys contain high
levels of lead in the paint, which is toxic
if ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects. Also, the toys have
sharp points, posing a laceration hazard.
Description: This recall involves
three styles of "Elite Operations" brand toy
sets. The military-style play sets contain
light and sound vehicles, action figures and
accessories. Models included in this recall
are: Super Rigs Transport Vehicle (Item #
087286), Command Patrol Center (Item #
920625) and Troop Carrier (Item # 773967).
The item numbers are located on the back of
the packaging above the barcode. Toy sets
sold prior to January 2006 are not included
in this recall. No other “Elite Operations”
brand toys are affected by this recall.
Remedy: Consumers should
immediately take the toys away from children
and return the product to the nearest Toys
“R” Us store for full credit.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Toys "R" Us at (800)
TOYSRUS (869-7787) between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m.
ET Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. and 7
p.m. Sunday, or visit the firm's Web site at
www.toysrus.com
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CPSC Recall Alert:
March 7, 2007
Discount
School Supply Recalls Children's Two-Sided
Easels Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
Hazard: The paint on the
chalkboard side of the recalled easels
contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic
if ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Description: The recalled easels
are two-sided, with felt and a pull-out
panel on one side and a chalkboard on the
other side. The recalled easels include the
word “Jolly” at the top. Easels with the
word “Colorations” at the top of the easel
are not included in the recall.
Remedy: Consumers should stop
using the easels immediately and contact
Discount School Supply to receive a free
replacement easel.
Consumer Contact: For more
information, contact Discount School Supply
at (800) 293-9314 between 6 a.m. and 5 p.m.
PT Monday through Friday, or email the firm
at
easelrecall@discountschoolsupply.com
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CPSC Recall Alert:
February 23,
2007
Children's Jewelry Sold Exclusively at Kmart
Recalled by Crimzon Rose Accessories Due to
Lead Poisoning Hazard
Hazard: The recalled jewelry contains high
levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young
children and can cause adverse health effects.
Description: The children’s necklace and
earring sets have birthstones made of plastic
gemstones in various colors. The pendants on the
necklaces are shaped like flowers on a
silver-colored chain. The matching pierced earrings
have round birthstones. The month of the birthstone
and “Kidsite” are printed on the front of the
products’ packaging. Kmart is printed on the back.
Sold exclusively at: Kmart stores
nationwide from October 2001 through December 2006
for about $5.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take
the recalled product away from children and return
it to any Kmart store to receive one of three free
children’s jewelry sets.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Kmart at (800) 659-7026 between
9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, or
visit Kmart's Web site at
www.kmart.com
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CPSC
Recall Alert:
February 23,
2007
Children's Rings Sold at Big Lots! Stores
Recalled By Lari Jewelry Company Due to Lead
Poisoning Hazard
Hazard: The recalled jewelry contains high
levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young
children and can cause adverse health effects.
Description: The recalled rings are silver
in color with red paint and a simulated diamond
cluster on the top. The ring’s packaging is a yellow
card with “Claudia Jublot” printed on the front and
UPC # "1524100121266045" on the back.
Sold at: Big Lots! stores nationwide from
October 2004 through January 2006 for about $3.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take
this jewelry away from children. Consumers should
return the recalled jewelry to the store where
purchased for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Lari Jewelry Co. toll-free at
(866) 524-0024 anytime or visit the Big Lots! Web
site at www.biglots.com
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CPSC
Recall Alert:
February 13, 2007
Samara Brothers Recalls Boys' Jackets Due to
Lead Poisoning Hazard
Hazard: The snap
closures on the outerwear jackets contain
excessive amounts of lead, which poses a
lead poisoning hazard.
Description: This
recall involves boy's outerwear jackets with
a Carter's-brand logo on the front. The
jackets were sold in toddler and boy’s
sizes. Toddler sizes range from 2T to 4T.
Boy’s sizes include S, M and L. The
outerwear jackets were sold in charcoal,
navy and red.
Remedy: Consumers
should stop using the products immediately
and contact Samara Brothers to obtain a full
refund.
Consumer Contact: For
additional information, please contact
Samara Brothers at (800) 985-9975 between
8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through
Friday, visit the firm's Web site at
www.samarajacketrecall.com or e-mail the
firm at
info@samararecall.com
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CPSC
Recall Alert:
February 7, 2007
Children's Bracelets Recalled by DM
Merchandising Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
Hazard: The recalled jewelry contains
high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if
ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Description: The recalled
bracelets are 8-inch long, silver-colored
chain bands that have a 1 ½ -inch long
casting with assorted designs, including a
snake and a sword.
Remedy: Consumers should
immediately take this jewelry away from
children. Consumers should return the
recalled jewelry to the store where
purchased or contact DM Merchandising for a
full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact DM Merchandising at
(800) 548-6784 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT,
Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's
Web site at
www.dmmerchandising.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: February
7, 2007
Children's Rings Recalled by Shalom
International Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
Hazard: The recalled jewelry contains
high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if
ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Description: The children's rings are
silver or gold-colored with designs or
stones in a variety of colors. The rings
come four to a package. "Kidz by Rachael
Rose," "Family Dollar $1" and "SKU 1905580"
are printed on the packaging.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take these recalled rings away from children
and return them to any Family Dollar store
for a full refund, or contact Shalom
International for information on how to
receive a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Shalom International at
(800) 359-8162 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET,
Monday through Friday, or visit Family
Dollar's Web site at
www.familydollar.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: January
18, 2007
U.S. Toy Co. Recalls More Children's
Butterfly Necklaces Due to Lead Poisoning
Hazard: The pendant on the necklace
contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic
if ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Description: The recalled
necklaces have pendants shaped as
butterflies that are painted in various
colors. The pendants hang from a black cord.
The necklace’s package is blue cardboard
with images of flowers and butterflies and
the words "Butterfly Necklace" printed on
the front and "Item#JA298" on the back.
Remedy: Consumers should
immediately take this jewelry away from
children. Consumers should return the
recalled jewelry to the store where
purchased for a free replacement product, or
contact U.S. Toy Company for information on
returning recalled necklaces purchased on
the Web site.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact U.S. Toy Company at
(800) 832-0224 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.
CT, Monday through Friday, or visit the
firm's Web site at
www.ustoy.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: January
05, 2007
Samara Brothers Recalls Children's Two-Piece Overall
Sets, Snaps Contain Lead
Hazard: The coatings on the snaps in the
overalls and shirt contain excessive amounts of
lead, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning and
adverse health effects to young children.
Description: This recall involves two
styles of children’s overall sets. One set is a red
plaid denim overall with a white shirt trimmed in
red, sold in sizes 12 through 24 months. The other
set is a navy blue corduroy overall with a white
shirt trimmed in green, sold in sizes 3 through 9
months. Both styles have decorative train appliqués
on the front of the overalls. The collar tag of the
overalls reads, “Starting Out.”
Sold Exclusively at: Dillard’s nationwide
during October 2006 for about $20 for the red
overalls set and about $25 for the blue corduroy
set.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the
products immediately and contact Samara to obtain a
full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, please contact Samara Brothers at (800)
985-9975 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday
through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at
www.samararecall.com, or e-mail the firm at
info@samararecall.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: December
19, 2006
Celebrate Express Inc. Recalls Gigantic
Gemstone Ring Party Favors Due to Lead
Poisoning Hazard
Hazard: The recalled rings could
contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic
if ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Description: The recalled
children's Gigantic Gemstone Ring toy is a
silver-colored metallic ring with a large
plastic gemstone. The gemstone colors
include: blue, red, purple, green and clear.
The rings were sold individually and as part
of various party favor, costume and heirloom
sets.
Sold at: Celebrate Express'
Birthday Express, Costume Express and
Storybook Heirloom Web sites and catalogs,
and at the Birthday Express retail outlet
store located in Kirkland, Wash. The
recalled products were sold from October
2003 through October 2006 for about $1.50.
Remedy: Consumers should take the
recalled party favors away from children
immediately and contact the company for a
refund. Celebrate Express has directly
contacted purchasers of the products by
mail.
Consumer Contact: Call Celebrate
Express at (888) 551-3995 between 4:30 a.m.
and 10 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or
visit the firm's Web site at
www.celebrateexpress.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: December
13, 2006
Children's "Powerpuff Girls" Necklaces
Recalled Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
Hazard:
The recalled jewelry contains high
levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by
young children and can cause adverse health
effects.
Description: The recalled
necklaces are multi-colored metal pendants
that hang from a black cord. The pendants
are in the shape of the head of one of three
"Powerpuff Girls" cartoon characters. The
packaging consists of purple cardboard with
the three Powerpuff Girls cartoon characters
and the words "CARTOON NETWORK" and "THE
POWERPUFF GIRLS" printed on both sides.
Sold at: Carnivals, amusement
parks, family entertainment centers, small
discount stores nationwide and at
www.rinovelty.com,from March 2003 through
November 2006 for about $1.
Remedy: Consumers should
immediately take this jewelry away from
children. Consumers should return the
recalled jewelry to the store where
purchased for a replacement or contact Rhode
Island Novelty for information on how to
receive a replacement.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Rhode Island Novelty at
1-800-528-5599 between 8:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.
EST, Monday through Friday, or visit the
firm's Web site at
www.rinovelty.com
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CPSC Recall Alert:
December 13 , 2006
Lifetime Brands Inc. Recalls Lemonade Jars
For Lead Exposure HazardHazard:
The metal spigot contains lead and is in
direct contact with the contents of the
lemonade jar. Lemonade and other beverages
can cause the lead to leach from the spigot.
Long-term exposure to lead in children may
be associated with behavioral problems,
learning disabilities, hearing problems and
growth retardation.
Description: The recalled product
is the Gemco® Lemonade Jar. The product is a
six-sided glass jar with a round glass lid
and a metal spigot at the bottom of the jar.
The jar has a yellow and green label on the
front that reads “Lemonade Jar” with a
picture of two lemons. There is a sticker on
the bottom that reads “imported by Gemco,
Div. Lifetime Hoan Corp. Westbury, N.Y.
11590 Made in China.”
Sold at: Retailers nationwide from
April 2004 through November 2006 for about
$16.
Remedy: Consumers should stop
using these lemonade jars immediately and
return the spigot pieces to Lifetime Brands,
Inc. for a full refund. Consumers should
wash hands after handling the spigot.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, consumers can contact Lifetime
Brands Inc., at (888) 561-2269 between 8
a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or
by e-mail at
lemonadejar@lifetimebrands.com
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CPSC Recall Alert:
December 13, 2006
Children's Butterfly Necklaces Recalled by
U.S. Toy Co. Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
Hazard: The clasps on
the necklaces contain high levels of lead.
Lead is toxic if ingested by young children
and can cause adverse health effects.
Description: The
recalled necklaces are silver-colored with
multi-colored pendants shaped as
butterflies. The pendant hangs from a
silver-colored chain. The necklaces’
packaging is pink and purple cardboard with
“Butterfly Necklace” printed on the front
and “Item #JA442” on the back.
Sold by: U.S. Toy Co.
retail stores, at www.ustoy.com, children’s,
and small discount stores nationwide from
October 2005 through November 2006 for about
$4 per dozen.
Remedy: Consumers
should immediately take the recalled jewelry
away from children and return the necklaces
to the store where purchased for a free
replacement product, or contact U.S. Toy
Company for information on returning
recalled necklaces purchased on the Web
site.
Consumer Contact: For
more information, contact U.S. Toy Co. Inc.
at (800) 832-0224 between 8:30am and 5 p.m.
CT, Monday through Friday, or visit the
firm's Web site at
www.ustoy.com
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CPSC Recall
Alert:
December 5, 2006
The Land of Nod® Recalls Furniture Due to
Lead Paint HazardHazard: Some
of the recalled furniture contains paint
with high levels of lead. The lead level
exceeds that allowed by the federal ban on
lead-containing paint which is designed to
protect children who might ingest paint
chips or peelings. Lead paint is toxic if
ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Description: The recall includes
the following furniture and item numbers.
The item number can be found on a label
located on the back of the product. The
shelf kits include one shelf and two shelf
supports for use in the Low Rider Bookcase,
the Double-Door Armoire or the District 28
Armoire.
Sold by: Land of Nod® catalog and
Web site nationwide, and The Land of Nod®
stores in Illinois and Washington from
September 2003 to August 2006 for between
$50 and $1,100.
Remedy: Consumers should contact the
Land of Nod® immediately to determine
whether their furniture is included in this
recall. If included in this recall,
consumers should stop using the recalled
furniture. The Land of Nod® will arrange for
an exchange, credit or refund and offer
consumers a gift card to be used toward a
future purchase.
Consumer Contact: Consumers should
contact The Land of Nod®’s toll-free at
(866) 990-5263, Monday through Friday, 8:30
a.m. to 5 p.m. CT or through e-mail at
recall@landofnod.com - if inquiring by
e-mail, please include your full name and
address.
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CPSC Recall Alert:
December 4, 2006
Children's Necklaces Recalled Due to Lead
Poisoning HazardHazard: The
recalled jewelry contains high levels of
lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young
children and can cause adverse health
effects.
Description: The recalled Mood
Necklaces are multi-colored pendants shaped
as hearts, moons, shamrocks, spiders,
butterflies and lizards that hang from a
black chord. The packaging is a black
cardboard wrapped in plastic with "Mood
Necklace" printed on the front and "Item #
JW41001" and "UPC number 898846410011"
printed on a sticker on the back. The
recalled Diva Necklaces consist of pendants
shaped as the words "ANGEL" or "Diva" that
hang from a black chord. The packaging is
pink cardboard with "Hand Painted" and "Diva
Necklace" printed on the front, and "Item #
21800020" and "UPC number 898846200186"
printed on the back.
Sold by: Children's, dollar, and
discount stores nationwide from September
2004 through November 2006 for about $1.
Remedy: Consumers should
immediately take this jewelry away from
children. Consumers should return the
recalled jewelry to the store where
purchased for a full refund or contact
Really Useful Products for information on
how to receive a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Really Useful Products
toll-free at (888) 484-3444 between 9 a.m.
and 5 p.m. CST, Monday through Friday, or
visit the firm's Web site at
www.ruproducts.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: November
15, 2006
Decorative Snaps and Metal Clips Recalled by
Provo Craft Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
Hazard: The recalled
clips and snaps contain high levels of lead.
Lead is toxic if ingested by young children
and can cause adverse health effects.
Description: The
recall involves the “Rob and Bob Studio
Clip-Ease” metal clips with model numbers
28-1084, 28-1085 and 28-1086 and the “Rob
and Bob Studio Snap-Ease” snaps with model
number 28-1080. The product name and model
number can be found on the packaging.
Sold at: Scrapbook
stores and craft retailers nationwide from
August 2005 through October 2006 for about
$6.
Remedy: Consumers
should stop using these products immediately
and contact Provo Craft for instructions on
how to obtain a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For
additional information, please contact Provo
Craft at (800) 955-9490 between 9 a.m. and 5
p.m. MT, Monday through Friday or visit the
firm's Web site at
www.recall.provocraft.com
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CPSC Recall
Alert: November 15, 2006
Target Recalls Various Toys Due to Lead and
Laceration Hazards Hazard: Some
of these toys contain lead paint, which is
toxic if ingested by young children and can
cause adverse health effects. Also, some of
the toys have sharp points, posing
laceration or puncture wound hazards.
Incidents/Injuries: Target has
received four reports of toys breaking
apart, exposing sharp points. No injuries
have been reported.
Description: The recall involves
"Kool Toyz" brand toys, including sets
containing die-cast cars, playground set,
doll house set, dinosaurs, trucks, boats and
planes. The packaging is primary blue and
has the "Kool Toyz" logo is on the upper
left corner of the packaging. The following
chart lists the toys involved in the recall,
their item numbers written on the upper
right corner of the packaging, and the
specific hazards they pose:
| Product Name |
Item Number |
Hazard |
| Truck Carry Case |
087/01/0050 |
Lead Paint and Sharp
Points |
| Tiny Playground Play Set |
086/10/0048 |
Lead Paint and Sharp Points |
| Dream House Play Set |
086/10/0048 |
Lead Paint and Sharp Points |
| Discovery Dinosaur Habitat |
087/01/0011 |
Lead Paint |
| Command Center Action Figure
Play Set |
087/01/0034 |
Sharp Points |
| Aircraft Carrier Action Figure
Play Set |
087/01/0034 |
Sharp Points |
| Air, Land and Sea Defense Play
Set |
087/01/0036 |
Lead Paint |
| Tank Action Figure Play Set |
087/01/0040 |
Lead Paint |
| Helicopter Action Figure Play
Set |
087/01/0040 |
Lead Paint |
| Remote Control Trucks |
087/01/0042 |
Sharp Points |
Remedy: Consumers should take the
products away from children and return the
item to the nearest Target Store for a full
refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, please contact Target at (800)
440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday
through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site
at
www.target.com
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CPSC Recall Alert:
September 7, 2006
Atico International USA Recalls 9-Foot Patio
Umbrellas Sold at Longs Drug Stores for Lead
Hazard
Firm's Recall Hotline: (877) 546-4835
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
Sold at: Longs Drug
Stores nationwide from April 2006 through
May 2006 for about $40.
Hazard: The umbrella poles contain
paint with excessive levels of lead, which
can cause adverse health effects if ingested
by young children.
Description:
These patio umbrellas have an opening size
of 9-feet wide by 94.5-inches high. They are
sold in the following solid colors: Tan,
Red, Green, and Navy Blue.
Remedy: Stop using
these umbrellas immediately and return it to
the retailer for a full refund.
Contact: Consumers
can contact Atico International USA Inc.
toll-free at (877) 546-4835 between 9 a.m.
and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or
visit the company's Web site at
www.aticousa.com.
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CPSC Recall
Alert:
August 17, 2006
Lead Poisoning Hazard Prompts Recall of Fun
Express Children's Toys Given Away at
Libraries
Firm's Recall Hotline:(800) 723-6155
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact:(301) 504-7908
The Bendable Dog and Cat Toys
distributed by Fun Express Inc., a
subsidiary of Oriental Trading Company Inc.,
of Omaha, Neb. were a free giveaway by
libraries nationwide as part of reading
programs from January 2006 through August
2006.
Hazard: The paint on the bendable
toys contains excessive levels of lead,
which is banned under federal law. Lead is
toxic and if ingested by young children can
cause adverse health effects.
Description: The
recalled toy is made of bendable plastic and
is in the shape of a brown dog with black
ears, paws and feet, a Dalmatian dog with
pink paws, a white dog with orange spots, a
brown dog with pink paws, a white cat with
orange stripes, a brown cat with pink paws,
a black cat with pink ears and a white cat
with brown spots. The toys are about 3.75
inches tall. The toy's packaging is labeled
as item 39/1461-K and 39/1461-KM.
Remedy: Consumers should
immediately take the recalled toys away from
children and discard them.
Contact: For more information,
contact Fun Express Inc. at (800) 723-6155
anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at
www.funexpress.com.
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CPSC Recall Alert: May
10, 2006
Juicy Couture Children's Jewelry Recalled
for Lead Poisoning Hazard
Firm's Recall Hotline: (866) 879-7877
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
Sold at department stores nationwide
from September 2005 through April 2006 for
about $95.
Hazard: jewelry contains high levels
of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young
children and can cause adverse health
effects.
Description: The
recalled bracelets and necklaces are gold or
silver with charms. The charms include a
yellow painted metal shirt with "Viva La
Juicy" printed on the front, a cheerleader’s
megaphone with the word "Juicy," a green
heart with "Juicy Couture," a black dog, the
letter "J," and a purple flower. The jewelry
is sold in a pink box with "Juicy Couture"
and "Made with Love G&P" printed on the top.
Style numbers YJRU0722, YJRU0723, YJR0724
and YJRU0538 are included in this recall.
The style number is printed on a white
sticker on the bottom of the pink jewelry
box.
Remedy: Consumers should
immediately take the recalled jewelry away
from children and return it to the place
where purchased for a full refund.
Contact: For additional information,
contact the firm toll-free at (866) 879-7877
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, seven days a
week, or visit the firm’s Web site at
www.juicycouture.com/recall.
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CPSC Recall Alert:
May 5, 2006
Metal Charms Sold with Twentieth Century Fox
DVDs Recalled for Toxic Lead Hazard
Firm's Recall Hotline: (877) 541-2229
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
Firm's Media Contact: Steve Feldstein, (310)
369-5369
Sold at: Retail stores
that sell DVDs, by Web retailers, and direct
mail from August 2005 through April 2006 for
about $15 for single DVDs and about $30 for
gift box collections of three DVDs.
Hazard: The recalled charms contain
high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if
ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Description:
The recalled silver-colored metal charms
were included as a free giveaway in certain
Shirley Temple movie DVDs in specially
marked pink boxes. Some DVD boxes contain
only charms. Others contain charm bracelets
with charms. The charms come in various
shapes including animals, hats, treble
clefs, and lollipops. The DVD boxes are
marked with "Bonus Charm Bracelet Inside,"
or "Bonus Charm Inside." Charms sold with
the following DVD titles are included in
this recall.
Remedy: Consumers
should immediately take the recalled charms
away from children and contact the firm for
information on how to return the charms
only, and to receive a free DVD.
Contact: For additional information,
contact Fox Home Entertainment toll-free at
(877) 541-2229 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT,
or visit the firm's Web site at
www.dvdcharmrecall.com.
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| DVD Titles |
| Curly Top |
| Heidi |
| Little Miss Broadway |
| Shirley Temple Collection Vol. 1
(with above three titles) |
| Baby Take a Bow |
| Bright Eyes |
| Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm |
| Shirley Temple Collection Vol. 2
(with above three titles) |
| Dimples |
| The Little Colonel |
| The Littlest Rebel |
| Shirley Temple Collection Vol. 3
(with above three titles) |
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CPSC Recall Alert:
April 27, 2006
Children's Necklaces Recalled for Lead
Poisoning Hazard
Firm’s Recall Hotline:(800) 336-6292
CPSC Recall Hotline:(800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact:(301) 504-7908
Imported by Selected
Trading Corp., of Miami, Fla. and sold at
Dollar General Stores from January 2003
through December 2005 for about $1.
Hazard: The recalled necklaces
contain high levels of lead, posing a
serious risk of lead poisoning and adverse
health effects to young children.
Description:
The recalled choker-style necklaces are
silver-colored hearts, crosses and clovers
that hang from a blue, maroon or black
velvety cord. The jewelry’s packaging is
white cardboard with “In Style” printed on
the front, and UPC number 041838140766 on
the back.
Remedy: Consumers
should immediately return the recalled
jewelry to the nearest Dollar General Store
for a refund.
Contact: For additional information,
contact Dollar General at (800) 336-6292,
visit the firm’s Web site at
www.selected-trading.com or e-mail the
firm at
mrubin@selected-trading.com
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CPSC Recall Alert
March 30, 2006
Children's Jewelry Sold at American Girl
Stores Recalled for Lead Poisoning Hazard
Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 659-0164
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
Sold at American Girl
Place in Chicago and New York, and the
American Girl Outlet in Oshkosh, Wis., from
May 1999 through February 2006 for between
$8 and $12. American Girl jewelry sold
through its catalogue or Web site is not
included in the recall.
Hazard: The recalled
jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead
is toxic if ingested by young children and
can cause adverse health effects.
Description: The
recall includes American Girl necklaces,
bracelets, earrings and hair accessories for
girls. The recall does not include jewelry
for American Girl dolls. The jewelry's
packaging features a red and white cardboard
backing with "American Girl" and "Made in
China" written on the front.
Remedy: Consumers
should immediately take recalled jewelry
away from children and return the items for
a full refund (including applicable tax and
return postage costs) to:
American Girl Jewelry
Recall
P.O. Box 620974
Middleton, WI 53562-0974
Contact: For
additional information, contact American
Girl at (800) 659-0164 between 7 a.m. and 10
p.m. CT, seven days a week, or visit
American Girl's Web site at
www.americangirl.com/recall
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CPSC Recall Alert
March 23, 2006
Reebok Recalls Bracelet Linked to Child's
Lead Poisoning Death
Firm's Recall
Hotline: (800) 994-6260
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
Reebok Heart-Shaped Charm
Bracelets sold at major shoe stores
nationwide from May 2004 through March 2006.
Incidents/Injuries:
Reebok has received a report of a death
caused by lead poisoning of a 4-year-old
child from Minneapolis, Minn. The child
reportedly swallowed a piece from one of
these bracelets.
Hazard: The recalled
jewelry contains high levels of lead, posing
a risk of lead poisoning and adverse health
effects to young children.
Description:
The recall involves an 8-inch long metal
bracelet with a heart-shaped charm. The name
"Reebok" is engraved on the one side of the
charm. The charm bracelet was provided as a
free gift with the purchase of various
styles of children's footwear.
Remedy: Consumers
should immediately take the charm bracelets
away from children and dispose of the entire
bracelet.
Contact: : For additional
information, contact Reebok at (800)
994-6260 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday
through Friday, or visit Reebok's Web site
at
www.reebok.com.
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CPSC Recall Alert
March 23, 2006
Lead Poisoning Hazard Prompts Recall of
Metal Charm Bracelets
Beaded Photo Charm
Bracelet sold on Oriental Trading Company’s
Web site from July 2004 through September
2005 for about $0.50 each.
Hazard: The recalled metal charm
bracelets contain high levels of accessible
lead, posing a serious risk of lead
poisoning to young children. Lead poisoning
in children is associated with behavioral
problems, learning disabilities, hearing
problems and growth retardation.
Description:
The recalled charm bracelets consist of
silver-colored metal beads. A silver-colored
metal heart frame is attached to the
bracelet.
Remedy: Consumers
should immediately take the recalled charm
bracelets away from children and contact
Oriental Trading Company to receive a refund
or credit for the product. Oriental Trading
Company is contacting consumers who
purchased the bracelets.
Contact: For more information,
contact Oriental Trading Company at (800)
723-6155 anytime.
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CPSC Recall Alert
March 23, 2006
Dollar Tree Stores Inc. Toy Jewelry Recalled
for Lead Poisoning Hazard to Children
Firm's Recall
Hotline: (800) 876-8077
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
Dollar Tree Mood Necklace
and Ring, Glow-in-the Dark Necklace and
Ring, and UV Necklace and Ring sold at
Dollar Tree, Dollar Bill$, Dollar Express,
Greenbacks, Only $1 and Super Dollar Tree
stores nationwide from September 2003
through February 2006 for $1..
Hazard: The recalled jewelry contains
high levels of lead, posing a serious risk
of lead poisoning and adverse health effects
to young children
Description:
The rings are silver in color, adjustable,
and have one of a variety of designs with a
toy "gem" in the center. The necklaces have
a black string with silver colored clasps
and a silver charm with a "gem" in the
center. The following are printed on the
charms' packaging: "Mood Necklace", "Mood
Ring", "Glow in the Dark Necklace", "Glow in
the Dark Ring", "UV Necklace" or "UV Ring."
The "UV" jewelry packaging reads, "The Sun's
Energy Will Change The Color. "On the
reverse of the packaging is "SKU#815485" and
the name "Mannix."
Remedy: Consumers
should immediately take this jewelry away
from children. Consumers should return the
recalled jewelry to the store where
purchased for a refund.
Contact: For additional information,
contact Dollar Tree Stores Inc. at (800)
876-8077 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday
through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site
at
www.dollartree.com.
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CPSC Recall Alert:
March 1, 2006
The Little Tikes Co. Recalls Animal-Shaped
Flashlights Containing Lead Paint Sold at
Target
Firm's Recall Hotline: (866) 765-6729
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
Glowin' Dino and Glowin'
Doggy Animal Flashlights sold only at Target
stores nationwide from November 2005 through
December 2005 for about $10.
Hazard: The light green paint on the
dinosaur-shaped flashlight and the brown
paint on the dog-shaped flashlight could
contain excess levels of lead. Lead is toxic
if ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Description:
The Glowin' Dino Flashlight and the Glowin'
Doggy Flashlight are about 9-inches long and
make an electronic sound when switched on.
The green dinosaur roars, and the white and
brown dog barks. Only flashlights with the
following date codes are in included in the
recall: LC5H161, LC5H291, LC5I031, LC5I091,
LC5I131, LC5J061, LC5J231, and LC5J311.The
date codes are found on the bottom of the
flashlights. Units that do not contain these
codes or other animal flashlight characters
made by The Little Tikes Co. are not
included in this recall. Also, units that
have an "R" at the end of the date code are
not included in the recall.
Remedy: Consumers
should immediately take the recalled
flashlights away from young children and
contact Little Tikes for more information.
Consumers will get a free replacement
flashlight or refund.
Contact: The Little Tikes Co.
toll-free at (866) 765-6729 anytime, or
visit the company's Web site at
http://www.littletikes.com.
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CPSC Recall Alert:
February 23, 2006
Metal Charms Recalled for Lead Poisoning
Hazard to Children
Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 955-9490
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
Sold at small craft and
scrapbook retails outlets from April 2004
through July 2005, and at Pamida Stores from
January 2005 through April 2005, for about
$3.
Name of Product: Art
Accentz® Changlz® Metal Charms
Importer: Provo Craft
& Novelty Inc., of Spanish Fork, Utah.
Hazard: The recalled
charms contain high levels of lead, posing a
serious risk of lead poisoning and adverse
health effects to young children.
Description: The
charms are small silver-colored metal shapes
that include flowers, bugs, pumpkins, and
picture frames. "Art Accentz," "Changlz,"
"Provo Craft," and "For ages 3 and over" are
printed on the charm's packaging. The charms
were sold as decorations for craft projects
such as scrapbooks, home décor and jewelry
making.
Remedy: Consumers
should immediately take the charms away from
children and ensure any charms being used
are not accessible to children. Call Provo
Craft for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For
additional information, contact Provo Craft
at (800) 955-9490 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
MT Monday through Friday.
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CPSC Recall Alert: February
15, 2005
CPSC, HIS International Announce Recall of
Jumper Sets
Sold exclusively at Kmart Stores
nationwide from July 2004 to November 2004
for about $13.
Hazard: The
paint on the buttons contains excessive lead
levels, posing a lead poisoning hazard to
young children.
Description: The
recalled denim jumper sets are made of 100
percent cotton and were sold in three
different styles. Style number 2814X is a
long sleeve bodysuit with a flower appliqué
jumper. Style number 2817X is a striped
turtleneck with a heart pocket jumper and
Style number 2818X is a long sleeve bodysuit
with a patchwork jumper.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the denim jumper away from children and
return to Kmart for a refund or replacement.
Contact: Consumers should contact HIS
International toll free at (888) 467-3990
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through
Friday or visit their Web site at
www.nokidding-HIS.com
for additional information.
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CPSC Recall Alert:
March 3, 2005
CPSC, Hirschberg Schutz & Co. Inc. Announce
Recall of Metal Charms
Hazard: CPSC received a report of a
six-year-old girl who mouthed these charms
worn on a homemade necklace. She developed
elevated lead levels in her blood that may
be related to the charms. Lead poisoning in
children is associated with behavioral
problems, learning disabilities, hearing
problems and growth retardation.
Description:
The recalled metal charms were sold under
the name “Charming Thoughts.” Most of the
charms are silver-colored with small silver
loops. They were sold in packages of two to
12 pieces. The packages are marked “The Card
Connection,” “Charming Thoughts” and
“Hirschberg Schutz & Co. Inc.”The metal
charms are various shapes including small
hearts, crowns, birds, picture frames,
perfume bottles and a cross. Some of the
metal charms have small blue, pink or yellow
stones and are printed with words including
“princess,” “congratulations,” “city girl,”
“world traveler” and “life’s blessings.”
“Insert photo here,” “cherish,” “love,” and
“honor” are printed on the picture frame
charms. The metal charms were sold as
decorations for place cards, greeting cards,
collages, memory boxes, gift cards,
scrapbooks, invitations and gift bags. The
charms also can be attached to necklaces and
bracelets.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take these metal charms away from children
Contact: Contact Hirschberg Schutz &
Co. at (800) 651-0616 anytime to receive a
refund. Consumers also can e-mail the firm
at
charmsrecall@horizongroupusa.com for
more information.
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CPSC Recall Alert:
April 13, 2005
CPSC, Wal-Mart Stores Inc. Announce Recall
of Karaoke Cassette Player/Recorders
Nu-Tronix Karaoke Cassette
Player/Recorder
Hazard: The paint on
the five control buttons of the karaoke
player contains excessive lead, posing a
lead poisoning hazard to young children.
Lead poisoning in children is associated
with behavioral problems, learning
disabilities, hearing problems, and growth
retardation.
Description: This
recall includes the Nu-tronix Karaoke
Cassette Player and Recorder with digital
radio and alarm features. A microphone, with
a white cord is attached to the cassette
player. “Nu-tronix” is printed on the front
of the product. The karaoke player is gray
with a purple handle and a purple cassette
cover. The karaoke player is sold with two
cassette tapes with children’s songs, a
multifunctional microphone and lyric sheets.
Remedy: Consumers should return the
recalled karaoke players to their nearest
Wal-Mart store to receive a refund.
Contact: Contact Wal-Mart at (800)
925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday
through Friday. or visit the firm’s Web site
at
www.walmartstores.com and click on
“Product Recalls” for more information or
submit questions on the “Store Feedback”
link.
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CPSC Recall Alert:
May 12, 2005
CPSC, Dollar General Corp. Announce Recall
of Metal Heart-Shaped Pendants
Hazard: The recalled
heart-shaped pendant contains high levels of
lead, posing a serious risk of lead
poisoning to young children. Lead poisoning
in children is associated with behavioral
problems, learning disabilities, hearing
problems and growth retardation.
Description: The
heart-shaped pendant is silver-colored,
ribbed on the front, hollow on the back, and
hangs on a pinksuede cord with a
silver-colored clasp.
Remedy: Consumers should take these
necklaces away from children immediately and
return them to Dollar General
stores for a refund.
Contact: Contact
Dollar General at (800) 678-9258 between 9
a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or
visit their Web site at
www.dollargeneral.com
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CPSC Recall Alert:
September 1, 2005
CPSC, Walt Disney World Co. Announce Recall
of Children’s Red Sunglasses
Sold at the Disneyland Resort in
California, The Walt Disney World Resort in
Florida, Disney’s Vero Beach Resort in
Florida, and the Disney Cruise Line based in
Florida, from November 2004 through June
2005 for about $16.
Hazard: The
paint on the red sunglasses contains high
levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by
young children and can cause adverse health
effects.
Description: The
recalled sunglasses are a solid red color
and have dark plastic lenses. They were sold
with either a navy blue toddler cap
featuring the character Mickey Mouse or a
light blue toddler cap featuring the
character Stitch. Both toddler caps have red
bills. The recalled sunglasses are attached
to the bills of the caps by a red strap with
a hook and loop fastener. ’Walt Disney
World®“ or ’Disneyland® Resort” is stitched
on the back of the toddler caps. Other
styles and colors of hats and sunglasses are
not included in this recall.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take the recalled red sunglasses away from
children and contact Walt Disney World Co.
for a free replacement pair of sunglasses
and 20 Disney Dollars®.
Contact: Consumers should call Walt
Disney World Co. at 866-802-2782 between 9
a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or
visit the Web site at
www.disneyworld.com.
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CPSC Recall Alert:
September 22, 2005
CPSC, Monogram International Inc. Announce
Recall of Bracelet Keyrings
Disney Princess Bracelet Keyrings sold at
various retailers including Walgreen and
Wal-Mart nationwide from November 2003
through June 2005 for about $3.
Hazard: The recalled jewelry contains
high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if
ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Description:
The “Bracelet Keyring” is a pink plastic
keyring attached to a bracelet which
consists of pink and white beads or red and
white beads, a metal pendant and metal
dividers between the beads. It was sold
under the brand Disney Princess. “Item
#24405” and “Made In China” are printed on
the back of the packaging.
Remedy: Consumers
should take these recalled bracelet keyrings
away from children immediately and return
them to Monogram International for a refund.
Contact: Contact Monogram
International at (800) 736-1941 between 9
a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or
visit their Web site at
www.monogramdirect.com to receive
instructions for returning the keyrings.
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CPSC Recall Alert:
September 22, 2005
CCPSC, Dollar General Corp. Announce Recall
of Costume Jewelry
Necklace and Earring Sets sold at Dollar
General Stores nationwide from May 2005
through August 2005 for between $1 and $3.
Hazard: The
recalled jewelry contains high levels of
lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young
children and can cause adverse health
effects.
Description: The
flower necklace and earring set features a
floral design in four color variations:
yellow, orange, pink and purple. The purse
necklace and earring set features a dangling
purse charm in black, red, blue, orange,
pink or purple. The corded swirl necklace
and earring set features a twisted metal
swirl pattern hanging from a black, blue or
purple cord. The faux amber necklace and
earring set features a large faux amber gem
cut in a heart or cross shape. The 5-strand
bead necklace and earring set were sold in
four color variations: orange, purple, blue
and multi-color.
Remedy: Consumers should take the
recalled jewelry away from children
immediately and return to Dollar General
stores for a refund.
Contact: For additional information,
contact Dollar General at (800) 678-9258
between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through
Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at
www.dollargeneral.com.
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CPSC Recall Alert:
November 22, 2005
CPSC, Delta Enterprise Corp. Announce Recall
of Certain Cribs Sold at Toys R Us Stores
Lov’s “Europa” Natural Color Cribs sold
exclusively at Toys R Us nationwide from
July 2004 through August 2005 for about
$200.
Hazard: The crib's paint contains
high levels of lead. Lead poisoning in
children is associated with behavioral
problems, learning disabilities, hearing
problems and growth retardation.
Description:
The cribs are made of wood and are natural
color. Only cribs that are labeled Lov’s
Europa with “Style # 4827-2 M.F.G. No.: W
24088 Date: 22 JUN 2004” are included in the
recall. The brand, style and date code are
printed on a label attached to the mattress
support platform.
Remedy: Consumers
should stop using the recalled crib
immediately and return to retailer where
purchased for a credit or refund.
Contact: For additional information,
contact Delta Enterprise Corp. toll-free at
(877) 660-3777 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET
Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s
Web site at
www.deltaenterprise.com.
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CPSC Recall Alert:
November 30, 2005
CPSC, Stravina Operating Co. Announce Recall
of Children’s Metal Necklaces and Zipper
Pulls
The recalled metal necklaces and zipper
pulls were sold at discount, toy, party,
grocery and drug stores from March 2002
through September 2005 for between $2 and
$4.
Hazard: The recalled metal jewelry
contains high levels of accessible lead in
the metal and/or the paint, posing a serious
risk of lead poisoning to young children.
Lead is toxic if ingested by children and
can cause adverse health effects.
Description:
The recalled necklaces are silver-colored
with individual names painted in variety of
colors. The nameplate on the necklace hangs
from a 16-inch black cord. The necklace
packages are marked “Personalized Necklace”
and “Stravina”. UPC Code 0-35203-00039-7 is
on the necklace package.he recalled zipper
pulls are silver-colored with individual
names that come in various colors. The
zipper pull hangs from a silver-colored
metal clip designed to attach to a backpack,
a keyring, and zippers on clothing.Printed
on the zipper pull’s packaging is
’Personalized Zipper Pull,“ ’Great for
Backpacks and Keyrings too“ and ’Stravina.“
UPC Code 0-35203-00038-0 is written on the
package.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take this metal jewelry away from children.
Contact: contact Stravina for a free
replacement product at (800) 964-0029
between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. PT Monday through
Friday. Consumers can also visit the firm’s
Web site at
www.stravina.com for more information.
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CPSC Recall Alert:
January 11, 2005
CPSC, Riviera Trading Inc. Announce Recall
of Children’s Costume Bracelets
Consumers should stop using recalled
products immediately.
Hazard: The bracelets contain high
levels of lead and pose a lead poisoning
hazard to children.
Description:
The recalled bracelets have heart, oval, and
rectangular shaped charms that have the
phrases; “I like sports,” “I like movies,”
“I like shopping” and “I like music” printed
on them. The bracelet also contains various
colored plastic trinkets.
Remedy: Consumers
should immediately take these bracelets away
from young children and contact the company
to receive a refund./p>
Contact: Call Riviera toll-free at
(800) 524-0110 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET
Monday through Friday or visit the company's
Web site at
www.rivieratrading.com
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CPSC Recall Alert: April 4,
2003
CPSC, Learning Curve Int'l Inc. Announce
Recall of Lamaze Activity Toys
Hazard: The paint on the metal wires
of these toys contains excess levels of
lead. Lead poisoning is a serious hazard to
children and is associated with behavioral
problems, learning disabilities, hearing
problems and growth retardation.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately
take these toys away from infants and young
children.
Contact: Consumers should contact
RCE/LCI for return and replacement
instructions at (800) 704-8697 between 8:00
a.m. and 5:00 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday
or visit the company's web site at
www.learningcurve.com.
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CPSC Ban:
April 7, 2003
CPSC Bans Candles With Lead-Cored Wicks
Overview: The U.S. Consumer Product
Safety Commission (CPSC) voted unanimously
to ban the manufacture and sale of
lead-cored wicks and candles with lead-cored
wicks. CPSC determined that candles using
lead-cored wicks could present a lead
poisoning hazard to young children. Some
container, pillar, votive, and tealight
candles use metal wicks and CPSC found that
some contained lead. Tapers, commonly used
as dinner candles, use cotton wicks and do
not contain lead.
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CPSC Recall Alert:
November 24, 2003
CPSC, Toys "R" Us, Inc. Announce Recall of
Solid-colored and Multi- colored Sidewalk
Chalk
Sold from:
The sidewalk chalk was sold at Toys "R" Us
stores nationwide from March 2003 to
November 2003 for about $4.99 per package.
Hazard: The multi-colored and
solid-colored sidewalk chalk contains high
levels of lead, posing a risk of poisoning
to young children.
Remedy: Return the
sidewalk chalk to Toys "R" Us for a refund.
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Other Products That Contain Lead
Unusually High Lead Levels Found in an Indian Medication
Dulmex Rollito De Tamarindo and Vero Vagabundo Candies
CPSC Warnings: (click on
link for more information)
CPSC Warns About Worn Vinyl Baby Bibs
Links
The following links lead to sites outside
the Department of Health and all links open in a new window.
U.S. Consumer
Product Safety Commission (CPSC Website)
CDC frequently asked questions about (FAQs) lead
American Academy of Pediatrics Resources Webpage
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Toy Hazard Recall
List
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