Thomas and Friends, Curious George and Other Spinning Tops and Tin Pails Recalled By Schylling Associates Due To Violation of Lead Paint Standard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2007-08-22). Hazards: ingestion, chemical, lead, non compliance. About 66,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 07282 |
| Published | 2007-08-22 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Toy Miscellaneous |
| Products | Spinning Tops and Tin Pails |
| Firms | Schylling Associates Inc., of Rowley, Mass. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 66,000 |
| Hazard classes | ingestion, chemical, lead, non compliance |
| Remedy classes | refund, replace |
| Sold | 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. |
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.
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.
Incidents and injuries
None.
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