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10-05-2007, 12:36 PM
EIGHT new recalls announced by the CPSC, all for lead violations in Chinese manufactured goods--KB Toys, Dollar General, Toys R Us, you name it--everyone's being hit by their outsource to China/enhance shareholder value/make more bucks decisions. Snipped to fit:
1. KB Toys Recalls Wooden Toys
2. Kids II Recalls Baby Einstein Color Blocks
3. Eveready Battery Co. Recalls Toy Flashlights
4. Dollar General Recalls Tumblers
5. CKI Recalls Children's Decorating Sets, Sold Exclusively at Toys "R" Us
6. Key Chains Recalled by Dollar General
7. Antioch Publishing Recalls Bookmarks and Journals
8. Sports Authority Recalls Aluminum Water Bottles
*****
Release #08-004
KB Toys Recalls Wooden Toys Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Name of Products: Wooden Pull-Along Alphabet & Math Blocks Wagons, Wooden Pull-Along
Learning Blocks Wagons, 10-in-1 Activity Learning Carts, and Flip-Flop Alphabet Blocks
Hazard: Surface paints on the toys can contain excessive levels of lead
Descriptions: Wooden Pull-Along Alphabet & Math Blocks Wagons and Learning Blocks Wagons The recalled
wooden toy wagons have 28 blocks and a pull string. The wagons measure about 7½" x 13" and have blocks with letters, words, numbers, or pictures on them. "First
Learning" or "My Kidz" are printed on the products' packaging, in addition
to UPC #834162002158 or #834162002165.
10-in-1 Activity Learning Carts The recalled activity carts are three dimensional learning
toys with various activities. The cart measures about 17¼" x 16½" x 7¾".
"First Learning" and UPC #834162002127 are printed on the products' packaging.
Flip-Flop Alphabet Blocks The recalled wooden toys have blocks that flip with letters,
words, numbers, and pictures on them. The toy measures about 10 1/8" x 10¾" x
2¾". "First Learning" and UPC #834162001212 are printed on the products'
packaging.
Sold at: KB Toys stores nationwide. The Pull-Along Wagons were sold from August 2005 to
August 2007 for between $9 and $13. The 10-in-1 Activity Learning Carts were sold from
August 2006 to September 2007 for about $30. The Flip-Flop Alphabet Blocks were sold from
August 2006 to September 2007 for about $7.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and return
them to any KB Toys retail store for a store credit.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact KB Toys toll-free at (888) 843-9520
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at
www.recall.kbtinfo.com
***
Release #08-005
Kids II Recalls Baby Einstein Color Blocks Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Name of Product: Baby Einstein Discover & Play Color Blocks
Hazard: Surface paint on the blue block contains excessive levels of lead
Description: The recall involves the blue block included with the Baby Einstein Discover &
Play Color Blocks, Model 30726 and Model 30881. The blocks are made of soft textures and
come in different colors. Only date codes of GE7, GF7, and GG7 are included in this
recall. The model number and date code are printed on the labels affixed to the
green-colored block.
Sold at: Various retailers and specialty stores nationwide from June 2007 through
September 2007 for between $10 and $13.
Remedy: Consumers should take the recalled blue block away from children immediately and
contact Kids II to receive a free replacement of the affected block.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Kids II toll-free at (866) 203-6788
between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at
www.kidsii.com
****
Release #08-006
Eveready Battery Co. Recalls Toy Flashlights Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Name of Product: "Pirates of the Caribbean" Medallion Squeeze Lights
Hazard: Surface paints on the leather strap attached to the medallion squeeze light
contain excessive levels of lead
Description: The recall involves "Pirates of the Caribbean" medallion squeeze
lights, which is gold-colored and about 1¾-inches across. It is attached to a leather
strap and metal clasp.
Sold at: Various retail stores and Web sites nationwide from September 2006 through
October 2007 for between $4 and $6.
Remedy: Consumers should take the recalled squeeze light away from children immediately
and contact the firm to receive a voucher for another Energizer-brand product.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Eveready at (800) 925-0628 between 9
a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at
www.Energizer.com
****
Release #08-007
Dollar General Recalls Tumblers Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Name of Product: Frankenstein Tumblers
Hazard: Surface paint on the center of the eyes of some of the cups can contain high
levels of lead
Description: The recall includes green, plastic, Frankenstein head-shaped tumblers.
Sold at: Dollar General stores nationwide in September 2007 for about $1.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take these tumblers away from young children and
return them to the store where purchased for a refund or replacement product.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Dollar General at (800) 678-9258
between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at
www.dollargeneral.com
****
Release #08-008
CKI Recalls Children's Decorating Sets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard; Sold
Exclusively at Toys "R" Us
Name of Product: Children's Toy Decorating Sets
Manufacturer: CKI Toys, of Hong Kong
Hazard: Surface paint on the back of the recalled mirror contains excessive levels of
lead
Description: These Totally Me! - Funky Room Décor Sets are designed to make various room
décor projects and include a clock...gem stones. The part containing lead is the mirror.
Sold at: Toys "R" Us stores nationwide and toysrus.com from May 2007 through
September 2007 for about $10.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled products away from children and
return the item to the nearest Toys "R" Us store for store credit.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Toys "R" Us toll-free at
(800) TOYSRUS/869-7787 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the
firm's Web site at www.toysrus.com
*****
Release #08-009
Key Chains Recalled by Dollar General Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
Name of Product: Key Chains
Hazard: The key chains contain high levels of lead.
Description: This recall involves key chains with a coiled cord and a metal charm with one
of the following engraved words: "wisdom", "truth",
"believe", "love", "hope", or "dream". The key
chains were sold on a cardboard tab with fl**** designs and the words "Metal
Keyring" and "$1" on the front.
Sold at: Dollar General stores nationwide from June 2005 through August 2007 for about
$1.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take these key chains away from young children and
return them to the store where purchased for a refund or replacement product.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Dollar General at (800) 678-9258
between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at
www.dollargeneral.com
*****
Release #08-010
Antioch Publishing Recalls Bookmarks and Journals Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Name of Product: Bookmarks and Journals
Hazard: Paint on the spiral metal bindings of the journals, clip of the bookmarks and the
clear coating on the marquis bookmarks and bracelets contain excessive levels of lead
Description: This recall involves various designs of bookmarks and journals from Antioch
Publishing's Signature Collection. The character-themed bookmarks and journals include the
following designs:
Clip Bookmarks:
Winnie the Pooh
Lady Bug & Flower
Hope & Courage
Star
Sun & Rainbow
Sun & Moon
Coffee
Follow Him & Cross
Monkey & Bananas
Marquis Bookmarks:
Dragon
Hugging Cat
Bookmarks Sold with Bracelets:
Mother's Touch
Breast Cancer
Journals:
Cherry Blossoms
Sweetheart
Sassy
Sold at: Book, card and gift stores nationwide from March 2005 through October 2007 for
between $4 and $14.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the bookmarks and journals away from children
and contact Antioch Publishing for a refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Antioch Publishing at (800) 543-1515
between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at
www.antioch.com
******
Release #08-011
Sports Authority Recalls Aluminum Water Bottles Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Name of Product: Alpine Design Aluminum Water Bottles
Hazard: The surface paint on the water bottle contains excessive levels of lead
Description: This recall involves the Alpine Design aluminum water bottles sold at Sports
Authority. The water bottles are sold in different colors and measure between six and 10 ½
inches tall. The water bottles are silver, blue, red, blue with pink flowers, red with the
depiction of a mouse, or blue with the depiction of a zebra. "Alpine Design" is
painted on the water bottle.
Sold at: Sports Authority stores nationwide from April 2006 through September 2007 for
between $5 and $8.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled product immediately and return it to a
Sports Authority store for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Sports Authority at (800) 360-8721
any time, or visit the firm's Web site at www.sportsauthority.com
1. KB Toys Recalls Wooden Toys
2. Kids II Recalls Baby Einstein Color Blocks
3. Eveready Battery Co. Recalls Toy Flashlights
4. Dollar General Recalls Tumblers
5. CKI Recalls Children's Decorating Sets, Sold Exclusively at Toys "R" Us
6. Key Chains Recalled by Dollar General
7. Antioch Publishing Recalls Bookmarks and Journals
8. Sports Authority Recalls Aluminum Water Bottles
*****
Release #08-004
KB Toys Recalls Wooden Toys Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Name of Products: Wooden Pull-Along Alphabet & Math Blocks Wagons, Wooden Pull-Along
Learning Blocks Wagons, 10-in-1 Activity Learning Carts, and Flip-Flop Alphabet Blocks
Hazard: Surface paints on the toys can contain excessive levels of lead
Descriptions: Wooden Pull-Along Alphabet & Math Blocks Wagons and Learning Blocks Wagons The recalled
wooden toy wagons have 28 blocks and a pull string. The wagons measure about 7½" x 13" and have blocks with letters, words, numbers, or pictures on them. "First
Learning" or "My Kidz" are printed on the products' packaging, in addition
to UPC #834162002158 or #834162002165.
10-in-1 Activity Learning Carts The recalled activity carts are three dimensional learning
toys with various activities. The cart measures about 17¼" x 16½" x 7¾".
"First Learning" and UPC #834162002127 are printed on the products' packaging.
Flip-Flop Alphabet Blocks The recalled wooden toys have blocks that flip with letters,
words, numbers, and pictures on them. The toy measures about 10 1/8" x 10¾" x
2¾". "First Learning" and UPC #834162001212 are printed on the products'
packaging.
Sold at: KB Toys stores nationwide. The Pull-Along Wagons were sold from August 2005 to
August 2007 for between $9 and $13. The 10-in-1 Activity Learning Carts were sold from
August 2006 to September 2007 for about $30. The Flip-Flop Alphabet Blocks were sold from
August 2006 to September 2007 for about $7.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and return
them to any KB Toys retail store for a store credit.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact KB Toys toll-free at (888) 843-9520
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at
www.recall.kbtinfo.com
***
Release #08-005
Kids II Recalls Baby Einstein Color Blocks Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Name of Product: Baby Einstein Discover & Play Color Blocks
Hazard: Surface paint on the blue block contains excessive levels of lead
Description: The recall involves the blue block included with the Baby Einstein Discover &
Play Color Blocks, Model 30726 and Model 30881. The blocks are made of soft textures and
come in different colors. Only date codes of GE7, GF7, and GG7 are included in this
recall. The model number and date code are printed on the labels affixed to the
green-colored block.
Sold at: Various retailers and specialty stores nationwide from June 2007 through
September 2007 for between $10 and $13.
Remedy: Consumers should take the recalled blue block away from children immediately and
contact Kids II to receive a free replacement of the affected block.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Kids II toll-free at (866) 203-6788
between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at
www.kidsii.com
****
Release #08-006
Eveready Battery Co. Recalls Toy Flashlights Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Name of Product: "Pirates of the Caribbean" Medallion Squeeze Lights
Hazard: Surface paints on the leather strap attached to the medallion squeeze light
contain excessive levels of lead
Description: The recall involves "Pirates of the Caribbean" medallion squeeze
lights, which is gold-colored and about 1¾-inches across. It is attached to a leather
strap and metal clasp.
Sold at: Various retail stores and Web sites nationwide from September 2006 through
October 2007 for between $4 and $6.
Remedy: Consumers should take the recalled squeeze light away from children immediately
and contact the firm to receive a voucher for another Energizer-brand product.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Eveready at (800) 925-0628 between 9
a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at
www.Energizer.com
****
Release #08-007
Dollar General Recalls Tumblers Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Name of Product: Frankenstein Tumblers
Hazard: Surface paint on the center of the eyes of some of the cups can contain high
levels of lead
Description: The recall includes green, plastic, Frankenstein head-shaped tumblers.
Sold at: Dollar General stores nationwide in September 2007 for about $1.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take these tumblers away from young children and
return them to the store where purchased for a refund or replacement product.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Dollar General at (800) 678-9258
between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at
www.dollargeneral.com
****
Release #08-008
CKI Recalls Children's Decorating Sets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard; Sold
Exclusively at Toys "R" Us
Name of Product: Children's Toy Decorating Sets
Manufacturer: CKI Toys, of Hong Kong
Hazard: Surface paint on the back of the recalled mirror contains excessive levels of
lead
Description: These Totally Me! - Funky Room Décor Sets are designed to make various room
décor projects and include a clock...gem stones. The part containing lead is the mirror.
Sold at: Toys "R" Us stores nationwide and toysrus.com from May 2007 through
September 2007 for about $10.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled products away from children and
return the item to the nearest Toys "R" Us store for store credit.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Toys "R" Us toll-free at
(800) TOYSRUS/869-7787 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the
firm's Web site at www.toysrus.com
*****
Release #08-009
Key Chains Recalled by Dollar General Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
Name of Product: Key Chains
Hazard: The key chains contain high levels of lead.
Description: This recall involves key chains with a coiled cord and a metal charm with one
of the following engraved words: "wisdom", "truth",
"believe", "love", "hope", or "dream". The key
chains were sold on a cardboard tab with fl**** designs and the words "Metal
Keyring" and "$1" on the front.
Sold at: Dollar General stores nationwide from June 2005 through August 2007 for about
$1.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take these key chains away from young children and
return them to the store where purchased for a refund or replacement product.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Dollar General at (800) 678-9258
between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at
www.dollargeneral.com
*****
Release #08-010
Antioch Publishing Recalls Bookmarks and Journals Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Name of Product: Bookmarks and Journals
Hazard: Paint on the spiral metal bindings of the journals, clip of the bookmarks and the
clear coating on the marquis bookmarks and bracelets contain excessive levels of lead
Description: This recall involves various designs of bookmarks and journals from Antioch
Publishing's Signature Collection. The character-themed bookmarks and journals include the
following designs:
Clip Bookmarks:
Winnie the Pooh
Lady Bug & Flower
Hope & Courage
Star
Sun & Rainbow
Sun & Moon
Coffee
Follow Him & Cross
Monkey & Bananas
Marquis Bookmarks:
Dragon
Hugging Cat
Bookmarks Sold with Bracelets:
Mother's Touch
Breast Cancer
Journals:
Cherry Blossoms
Sweetheart
Sassy
Sold at: Book, card and gift stores nationwide from March 2005 through October 2007 for
between $4 and $14.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the bookmarks and journals away from children
and contact Antioch Publishing for a refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Antioch Publishing at (800) 543-1515
between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at
www.antioch.com
******
Release #08-011
Sports Authority Recalls Aluminum Water Bottles Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Name of Product: Alpine Design Aluminum Water Bottles
Hazard: The surface paint on the water bottle contains excessive levels of lead
Description: This recall involves the Alpine Design aluminum water bottles sold at Sports
Authority. The water bottles are sold in different colors and measure between six and 10 ½
inches tall. The water bottles are silver, blue, red, blue with pink flowers, red with the
depiction of a mouse, or blue with the depiction of a zebra. "Alpine Design" is
painted on the water bottle.
Sold at: Sports Authority stores nationwide from April 2006 through September 2007 for
between $5 and $8.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled product immediately and return it to a
Sports Authority store for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Sports Authority at (800) 360-8721
any time, or visit the firm's Web site at www.sportsauthority.com