Harry Potter Bookends Recalled By Giftco Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-09-23). Hazards: lead, non compliance. About 36,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08404 |
| Published | 2008-09-23 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Books & Accessories |
| Products | Harry Potter Bookends |
| Firms | Giftco Inc., of Vernon Hills, Ill. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Hong Kong |
| Units (US) | 36,000 |
| Hazard classes | lead, non compliance |
| Remedy classes | dispose |
| Sold | Elementary school fundraising programs, discount and dollar stores nationwide from June 2004 through January 2006 for between $3 and $28. |
Description
This recall involves poly-stone bookends painted and shaped in the characters of the Harry Potter book series. Bookend characters include Harry Potter, Hedwig and Hermione, and Crookshank.
Hazard
The paint on the bookends contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Remedy
This firm is no longer in business. The remedy is no longer available. Destroy and discard this product.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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