CPSC2007-11-21
Children's Snow and Sand Castle Kits by Paricon Recalled Due to Sharp Edges; Sold Exclusively at LL Bean
Paricon Inc., of South Paris, Maine
Hazard
The largest plastic castle block maker in the kit could crack at the handle during use, creating sharp edges that can pose a laceration hazard to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the large blocks and immediately take these recalled toys away from children. Letters will be sent to each customer with a replacement large castle block maker and a return mailer enclosed. In addition, the notice will be posted in L.L. Bean retail stores and on its web site, and customers can return the kit to any retail store for a replacement.
Sold at
L.L. Bean retail stores nationwide, catalogs and internet from September 2007 through October 2007 for about $30.
Affected count
About 800
Injuries reported
No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Snow and Sand Castle Kits
Consumer contact
For additional information, please contact Paricon at (800) 873-8452 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit L.L. Bean's Web site at www.llbean.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Childrens-Snow-and-Sand-Castle-Kits-by-Paricon-Recalled-Due-to-Sharp-Edges-Sold-Exclusively-at-LL-BeanDon't want to check this manually?
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