Montessori N' Such Recalls Metal Vases, Pails and Other Containers Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2009-03-18). Hazards: lead, non compliance. About 1,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 09729 |
| Published | 2009-03-18 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Educational Materials |
| Products | Various containers used in instructional kits |
| Firm named in the title | Montessori N' Such |
| Firms | Montessori N' Such, of Sterling, Va. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 1,000 |
| Hazard classes | lead, non compliance |
| Remedy classes | refund, replace |
| Sold | Montessori N' Such through its catalog and Web site to schools and individuals nationwide from July 2006 through January 2009 for between $2.50 and $7 per item. |
Description
The recalled metal containers are instructional materials for use in the classroom. The item number is printed on the product's packaging. The recall includes only the colors and item numbers listed below: Product Colors Item Numbers 8" Vases Green, Yellow P7186Y, P7186G Also sold in kits numbered: L7332K, L7336K, L7609K, L7614K, L7615K, L7618K, L7619K, L7337K, S7617K, N7753K, P7243K, P7616K, S7610K 5-1/2" Basins Green, Yellow P7158Y, P7158G Also sold in kits numbered: L7332K, L7336K, L7609K, L7614K, L7615K, L7618K, L7619K, L7337K, S7617K, N7753K, P7243K, P7616K, S7610K Watering Cans Yellow P7155Y 6" Pails Yellow, Orange P7156YE, P7156OR Also sold in kits numbered: L7332K, L7336K 4" Pails Yellow, Green P7180Y, P7180G Also sold in kits numbered: P7435, P7182K (Set of 4)
Hazard
Surface paints on the products contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled products away from children and contact Montessori N' Such for a free replacement or refund. All known purchasers have been contacted.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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