CPSC2007-08-22
Thomas and Friends, Curious George and Other Spinning Tops and Tin Pails Recalled By Schylling Associates Due To Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Schylling Associates Inc., of Rowley, Mass.
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.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Schylling to receive a refund or free replacement toy.
Sold at
Specialty toy stores and gift shops nationwide from July 2001 through September 2002. The tops were sold for about $13. The pails were sold for about $6.
Affected count
About 66,000 spinning tops and about 4,700 pails
Injuries reported
None.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Spinning Tops and Tin Pails
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
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Thomas-and-Friends-Curious-George-and-Other-Spinning-Tops-and-Tin-Pails-Recalled-By-Schylling-Associates-Due-To-Violation-of-Lead-Paint-StandardDon't want to check this manually?
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