Children's Picnic Sets Recalled by Mervyn's
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2000-06-01). Hazards: chemical, lead, non compliance. About 1,200 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 00117b |
| Published | 2000-06-01 |
| Last updated | 2000-06-01 |
| Product category | Dishes/Glassware/Eating Utensils |
| Products | Children's picnic set |
| Firm named in the title | Mervyn's |
| Firms | Mervyn's California, of Hayward, Calif. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | Australia |
| Units (US) | 1,200 |
| Hazard classes | chemical, lead, non compliance |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Mervyn's stores nationwide sold the sets, from April 2000 through May 2000, for about $13. |
Description
The children's plastic picnic sets are contained in clear bags. The clear bag reads "AUSTRALIA" in multicolored lettering, "Down Under" in blue lettering, and has an illustration of a koala bear face. The bag has a pink strap and piping. The picnic set inside the bag consists of four blue cups; four light blue bowls; four small, purple plates; four red plates with the bear illustration; and a set of cutlery.
Hazard
The paint on the bag contains high levels of lead that violates the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Act. Lead poisoning in children is associated with behavior problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems and growth retardation.
Remedy
Stop using these bags immediately and return them to any Mervyn's store for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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