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key chain can contain high levels of lead. The Illinois
Attorney General informed Wal-Mart and CPSC in April that the previously
recalled key chain was found in the home of a 9-month-old child who was
discovered to have high blood levels of lead. The child was observed
mouthing this key chain. The recalled key chains have several charms
including a button, clover, leaf, and heart. The charms hang from a
silver-colored chain. The words “Hip charm” and the following UPC numbers
are printed on the products packaging: 03156811032, 03156811029,
03156811019, 03156811016, 03156811018, 03156811028, and 03156811030. They
were sold at Wal-Mart stores nationwide from April 2005- June 2008 for
between $ .50 and $6. Contact Wal-Mart at (800) 925-6278 or visit
In
June 2008, Children’s Jewelry, made in China, was recalled. The
jewelry contains high levels of lead. This recall involves children’s
bracelets and Zodiac-sign necklaces. The necklaces have a black, non-metal
cord and a silver rectangular pendant. An abstract design and a zodiacal
name is printed on the front. The bracelets have a black, non-metal cord and
plastic beads. Silver pendants shaped as a knife, cupid, sun, heart and bird
wings are sold with the bracelets. The jewelry has UPC numbers 984343144040
(necklace) and 947678164466 (bracelet) printed on the back label. They were
sold at Daiso retail stores in Washington State from October-December 2007
for about $2. Contact Daiso LLC at (866) 768-4620 or visit
In June 2008,
Camouflage Pajama Sets, made in
Vietnam, were recalled. This recall involves long- and short-sleeved pajama
sets. The screen print on the shirt contains excess levels of lead. The sets
have a blue shirt with a red screen print that reads “Athletics 90” and
coordinating camouflage pants. The pajama sets were sold in boys’ sizes XXS
(2/3) to XL (14) at The Children’s Place stores nationwide and
In
May 2008, Makit & Bakit Jewelry Sets and Suncatcher Sets, made in
China, were recalled. The clasps on some of the jewelry contains high
levels of lead. The recall includes QuinCrafts products containing
children’s jewelry. Only items with the following item numbers printed
on the back of the packaging are included in the recall:
The
children’s jewelry was sold in a variety of sets that contained
necklace, bracelet and earring or ring combinations. They were sold at
AC Moore, CVS, LTD Commodities, Marshall’s/TJ Maxx, Michaels Corp. and
other toy and independent craft supply stores nationwide from August
2007-March 2008 for about $2. Contact QuinCrafts at (800) 366-4660 or
visit the
In
May 2008, Rawlings Junior Batting Helmets, made in China, were
recalled. Surface paint on the helmets contains excessive levels of
lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. This recall involves
junior batting helmets with model number CFHLJR. The helmets come in
yellow and orange with black accents. The model number can be found on
the rear of the helmet. They were sold at sporting goods retailers
nationwide from July-November 2007 for about $40. Contact Rawlings (800)
729-5464 or visit 
In
May 2008, Cowboy on a Horse Little Rider Toys, made in China,
were recalled.Surface paint on the shoe and pants of the rider toy
contains excessive levels of lead.This recall includes a battery
operated cowboy riding a horse toy. The model number 8610B is located on
the product packaging. The horse and rider together measure about 8.5
inches in height by 7.5 inches in length. The rider is wearing blue
pants and a red shirt and the horse is brown. Only Little Rider Toys
with UPC code 603678086101 printed on the product packaging are included
in the recall. They were sold at Dollar and discount stores nationwide
from April 2007- January 2008 for between $5 and $7. Contact Master Toys
& Novelties Inc. at (800) 237-5020 or visit
In
May 2008, Floppy Friends Horse Toys, made in China, were
recalled. Surface paint on the toy horse contains excessive levels of
lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. The recalled horse toy
has a push up base. When the base is pushed up, the toy horse is floppy.
When released, the toy horse stands up straight. The horse is brown and
white and the base is green with orange, red flowers and dark blue
flowers. They wer sold at hobby stores, gas stations, gift shops and toy
stores nationwide from February-April 2008 for about $4. Contact Toy
Investments Inc. at (800) 356-0474 or visit
In
May 2008, various magnets, made in India, were recalled. Surface
paint on the magnets can contain high levels of lead, violating the
federal lead paint standard. This recall involves horseshoe, rectangular
bar and U-shaped magnets sold primarily to schools for use in science
classes. The magnets have red and blue paint on the surface of the
magnet. Item numbers included in the recall are:
In
May 2008, Yellow Sure Grip Paint Brushes, made in China, were
recalled. Surface paint on the handle of the yellow paint brushes
contains excessive levels of lead.The paint brushes were sold in
multi-color packages of four. Only the yellow brushes are included in
the recall. The paint brushes have a rounded cylinder body with tan
bristle tip brushes and measure about 4 inches in height. They were sold
at Early Childhood Resource distributors, including teacher supply
stores nationwide from May-December 2007 for about $4. Contact Early
Childhood Resources (888) 227-9028 or visit
In
May 2008, Tinker Bell Wands, made in China, were recalled. The
paint on the pearl beads in the flowers of the wands contains excessive
levels of lead.The recalled Tinker Bell wands are green and light up and
sound when a button in the handle is pressed. The top of the wand has
white plastic flowers, a green bow, and a pin with Tinker Bell’s face on
it. They were sold at Disney stores nationwide from April-October 2007
for about $13. Contact Disney Store at (866) 902-2798 or visit
In
May 2008, Basic Beat Shaker Guiro Instruments, made in Taiwan,
were recalled. Surface paint on the recalled shaker guiro instrument
contains excessive levels of lead. The recalled shaker guiro is a
ridged, cylinder-shaped percussion instrument that contains beads and is
played by scraping a stick along the surface. The shaker guiro measures
about 2” wide x 5” long. One end of the instrument is painted red and
the other end is painted blue. The center section and stick are natural
wood. “Basic Beat 5” Guiro/Shaker,” “SHBB5,” and “Recommended for Ages
6+” are printed on the packaging. They were sold by West Music retail
stores in Iowa and Illinois, the West Music catalog, online at
In
May 2008, Pirates of the Caribbean Sleeping Bags,
made in China, were recalled. The surface paint on the sleeping bag’s
zipper pull contains excessive levels of lead. The recalled Pirates
of the Caribbean sleeping bags have a cartoon pirate design of Davey
Jones and Jack Sparrow on the front. Style number F1652B0003 is printed
on the logo label inside the sleeping bags. The sleeping bag with the
skull art design is not included in this recall. They were sold
at Disney stores nationwide from April-October 2007 for about
$25. Contact Disney Store at (866) 902-2798 or visit
Surface
paint on the tables contains excessive levels of lead. The Basketball
Table is about 16 inches tall with white legs and a 19-inch diameter
top. The Flower Table is about 30 inches tall with a green petal stand
and a 15-inch diameter purple and yellow top. They were sold through
Avon Independent Sales Representatives in Puerto Rico and the U.S.
Virgin Islands from June-August 2007. The Basketball Table sold for
about $32 and the Flower Table sold for about $37. Contact Avon for a
full refund. Known purchasers are being directly notified of this
recall. Contact Avon at (888) 993-9903 or visit
In
May 2008, Children’s Storage Bins, made in Taiwan, were recalled.
Surface paint on the storage bins could contain excessive levels of
lead. The recalled storage bins are wooden with scalloped edges and were
sold in pastel green or pink. Item number 226782 (pastel green storage
bin) or 226781 (pink storage bin) is located on the bottom of the
storage bin. No other storage bins or colors are included in this
recall. They were sold at Lowe’s retail outlets nationwide from March
2007- February 2008 for about $6. Contact L G Sourcing at (866) 493-6563
anytime, or visit
In
April 2008, Western Rider Push Toys, made in China, were
recalled. Surface paint on the glove, shirt, and pants of rider toy
contains excessive levels of lead. The recall involves a push toy of a
plastic horse with rider and a 20-inch long pole/handle. The horse and
pole/handle together measures about 26 inches. The rider is wearing red
pants and a green shirt. The horse comes in various colors. They were
sold at retail dollar and discount stores nationwide February 2005-
February 2008 for between $2.50 and $3. Contact Santa’s Toy Corp. at
(888) 726-8208 or e-mail the firm at
In
April 2008, "Hip Charm" Key Chains , made in China, were
recalled. The charms on the key chain can contain high levels of lead,
which is toxic if ingested and can cause adverse health effects.
In
April 2008, Hillbilly Teeth, made in China, were recalled. The
gray surface paint on the teeth contains excessive levels of lead. This
recall involves a 2-pack fake Hillbilly Teeth with item # 2657. The item
number is printed on the packaging. The gums are brown and the teeth are
yellow. They were sold at Grocery, Drug, Convenience, and Mass retailers
nationwide from March 2005- March 2008 for about $2. Contact FUNTASTIC
at (800) 434-5207 or visit
In
April 2008, Children’s Sunglasses, made in China, were recalled.
Surface paint in the orange lettering on the temples of the sunglasses
contains excessive levels of lead. The recalled children’s sunglasses
have Main Street Drag characters on the bottom of one lens. The sunglass
frames have dark metallic blue or dark metallic red fronts and gray
checkered sides. “Main Street Drag” is printed in orange at the temples.
Style number DI25K7116 is printed on the left temple. No other styles
are included in this recall. They were sold at Payless, Walgreen’s,
Academy Sports, and CVS stores nationwide from October 2007-March 2008
for between $6 and $9. Contact StyleMark at (866) 928-1913 or visit
In
April 2008, Interchange Robot Toys, made in China, were
recalled. Surface paints on the toys contain excessive levels of lead.
The recalled robot toys were sold as a four piece set with various
colored robots each carrying a gun in one hand and a shield in the
other. “Interchange Robot” is printed on the outside packaging of the
product. They were sold at Dollar stores nationwide from
October-December 2007 for about $1. Contact OKK Trading at (877)
655-8697/OKK-TOYS or visit
assorted animal or insect graphics on the exterior. They were sold at
major retailers, gift shops, convenience stores, mass merchandise and
drug stores nationwide from February 2006- February 2008 for about $8.
Contact Downeast Concepts at (800) 343-2424 or visit
In
March 2008, Camouflage Eggs and Spinning Egg Top Toys, made
inChina, were recalled. The paint on the toys contains excessive levels
of lead. The Camouflage Easter Egg Treat Containers have Item
#1031 printed on the front of the packaging and are white, brown and
green camouflage colors, sold in a package of eight eggs. “Made in China
for Tony Development and Mfg Ltd; TST, Kin, HK” and UPC code number
43078 01031 are printed on the back of the packing. The Easter
Spinning Egg Tops have Item # 1054 printed on the front of the
packaging and are multi-colored and come in packages of a single egg and
a rip cord. “Made in China for Tony Development and Mfg Ltd. TST, Kin,
HK" and UPC code number 43078 01054 are printed on the back of the
packaging. They were sold at Hobby Lobby Stores nationwide from
January-March 2008. The camouflage egg sold for about $2.50 and the
Spinning Top sold for about $2. Contact Hobby Lobby to receive a $3
exchange card that can be used toward the purchase of any other products
sold at Hobby Lobby stores. Contact Hobby Lobby (800) 326-7931 or visit
at
In
March 2008, Wire-O Bound Journals and Calendars, made in China,
were recalled. The paint on the metal spiral bindings of the journals
contains excessive levels of lead.The recalled journals are spiral bound
journals, activity books, and calendars sold in a variety of styles,
sizes and colors. Galison or Mudpuppy and the ISBN numbers are printed
on the back cover of the calendars/journals. Calendars/journals included
in the recall are listed below:
In
March, 2008, X Force Commander Toy Airplanes and Super Famous Toy
Cars and Motorcycles, made in China,were recalled. The
recalled toys contain excessive levels of
lead.The
“X Force Commander” is a set of six plastic jet airplanes. Item number
5689 is printed on the front of the packaging. The airplanes are painted
green, red, blue, silver, black and yellow. The “Super Famous” is a set
of a plastic toy car and a motorcycle. The car is yellow or red and the
motorcycle is gray. They were sold at Dollar Stores nationwide from
September 2006- November 2007 for about $1. Contact S.U. Wholesale at
(877) 580-8883. 
made
in China, were recalled. Surface paint on the cards contains
excessive levels of lead. The recall involves the Universal Nonverbal
Intelligence Test—Symbolic Memory Cards. The memory testing cards are
part of a kit used to test children’s physical and mental abilities.
They are white with green figures, measure 1 ˝” x 1 ˝”, and were sold as
part of a kit (model number 922782), or were sold in packages of 10
cards (model number 922775). The model numbers are located on the
packaging. They were sold by Riverside Publishing to testing facilities
and administrators nationwide from January 2003- November 2007 for about
$550. Contact Riverside Publishing at (800) 323-9540 or visit
paint
on the children's table and chair sets contains excessive levels of
lead.The recalled table and chair sets are natural colored. The table is
either round or rectangular, has a shelf under the table and includes
two chairs. Model number ALZ024-3 or ALZ023-3 is printed on the
packaging. They were sold by Netshops.com from November-December 2007
for between $100 and $130. Contact Netshops at (866) 558-9485 or visit
silver colored chains. they were sold at department and specialty stores
nationwide from January 2006-July 2007 (cat necklace), and from
July-November 2007 (heart, heart and key, and lock and key necklaces)
for about $13. Contact Pecoware at (800) 456-7326 or visit
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Attn: Bracelet Refund, 202 Second Ave., South, Franklin, TN 37064
In
February 2008, Pendants and Candle
Charms,
made in Korea, were recalled. The recalled pendants and charms contain
high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can
cause adverse health effects. The recalled pewter pendants were
sold in eight collections of 12 pendants each. The pendant collections
included Signs of the Zodiac, Runes, Ritual, Goddess, Chinese Zodiac,
and Celtic Harmonies. The pendants were sold separately and on candles
of various colors and scents. They were sold at gift shops nationwide
from January 2002-November 2007 for between $6 and $8 for the pendants
and between $12 and $15 for the charms with candles. Contact Benjamin
International at (888) 249-7639 or visit
In
February 2008, Toy Gardening Hand Rakes, made in China, were
recalled. The paint on the gardening tool hand rake contains excessive
levels of lead. The recalled toy gardening tool hand rake has a
wooden handle and a metal yellow bottom. “Backyard and beyond Garden
Tools” is printed on the toy’s tag which hangs from the toy’s handle.
They were sold at various home improvement and toy stores nationwide
from June-November 2007 for about $2.50. Contact Downeast Concepts at
(800) 343-2424 or visit
recalled.
Surface paint on the photo frames contains excessive levels of lead.
This recall involves 4-inch by 6-inch hanging picture frames. The
wooden frames are white with decorations in different colors, and with a
coordinating ribbon attached to the top. they were sold at Babies R Us
stores nationwide from August -November 2007 for about $10. Contact The
Gift Wrap Company at (800) 443-4429, or visit
Other
styles of sketchbooks with colored or plain metal spiral bindings are
not included in this recall. They were specialty and gift stores
nationwide from September 2005-January 2008 for about $6. Contact eeBoo
Corp. at (800) 791-5619 or visit
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January 2008, Toy Racing Cars, made in China, were recalled. Surface
paint on the toy cars contains excessive levels of lead. This recall
involves toy racing cars that are operated with a remote control. The toy
racing car comes with four additional tires and one remote control. “Formula
1” is printed on the packaging.
made in Chian, were
recalled. The surface paint on the die contains excessive levels of lead.
Only the die found in Cranium Cadoo board games with lot numbers 2007195
through 2007244 are included in the recall. The Cranium Cadoo game is
packaged in a square cardboard box with an orange background. The seven
digit lot number is printed under the plastic tray on the bottom half of the
box. They were sold at Fred Meyer, Kmart, Shopko, Wal-Mart and specialty
game stores nationwide between October 2007-January 2008 for about $20.
Contact Cranium Inc. at (877) 272- 6486 or visit
In
January 2008, Toy Wrestler Figures, made in China, were recalled. The
surface paint contains high levels of lead. The recalled toy is a package of
four action figures. Each figure is about 5 3/4 inches high. The UPC number
604111230003 is printed on the product’s packaging. They were sold at Dollar
stores and discount stores nationwide from January-December 2007 for about
$1. Contact A.A. of America at (888) 822-8697, e-mail the firm at
Surface
paint on the coin banks contains excessive levels of lead. This
recall involves coin banks made of plaster that are shaped as a fish. The
coin banks are orange with white stripes. The coin banks were
provided as a free gift to Coastal Federal Credit Union members in North
Carolina from February 2006-September 2007. Contact T J Promotions at (866)
742-2493 or visit
In
January 2008, Metal Toy Wagons, made in China, were recalled. Surface
paint on the wagon bucket contains excessive levels of lead. This
recall involves the red metal wagon model MH1250. The wagon has a red steel
bucket, a black handle, a black steel axle support, and black tires. They
were sold at Tractor Supply Company stores nationwide from September
2002-November 2007 for about $30. Contact Tricam Industries at (800)
867-6763 or visit 
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recalled. The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. This recall
involves only jewelry with item numbers KS1367SS and KS1369SCP. The item
number is printed on the back of the packaging. The children’s jewelry
sets were sold in a variety of sets including pink or white pearl-like
necklace, bracelet and earring or ring combinations. Some sets have
studded charms dangling on the bracelet and the necklace. They were sold
at discount stores nationwide from September 2005-August 2007 for about
$5. Contact Codee International Corp. at (877) 767-1888, or visit
game
has parts that contain excessive levels of lead. The recalled
Fishing Game contains a fishing pole, one large battery operated fish,
and three small wind-up fish. The UPC #011546208270 and product #25741
are printed on the product’s packaging. They were sold at Grand Union
Family Markets, Southern Family Markets, P&C Stores, Publix Super
Markets, and Food Lion stores nationwide from October-November 2007 for
about $10. Contact Far East Brokers and Consultants (877) 695-8354 or
visit 
of
the magnet. Product numbers included in the recall are: SHM020 (two
inch), SHM030 (three inch), SHM040 (four inch), SHM050 (five inch), and
SHM060 (six inch). They were sold by independent distributors nationwide
from March 1995-September 2007 for about $1. Distributors sold the
products to schools for use in science classes. Contact United
Scientific (888) 284-8570 or email
In
December 2007, Collectible Mini Helmets, made in China, were
recalled. Surface paints on the recalled helmets contain excessive lead.
The recalled products are six-inch tall, collectible, miniature
helmets, modeled after helmets worn by several race car drivers. The
follow models are included in the recall: Terry Borcheller helmet, part
number 2005740; Kurt Busch helmet, part number 2001368; and Vitor Meira
helmet, part number 2001381. The part number is located on the product’s
packaging with the UPC. They were sold at Bell Racing
dealers and distributors nationwide from February-November 2007 for
about $40. Contact Bell Racing at (866) 892-6059, via e-mail at
In
December 2007, Children’s Sunglasses, made in China, were
recalled. Surface paint on the sunglasses can contain excessive levels
of lead. The recall involves 15 styles of children’s sunglasses. The
style name is printed on the product inside the left temple arm. The
name “Foster Grant” may also appear on the temple arm of some styles.
The styles included in the recall are:
China,
were recalled. The decorative plaque inserted into the back of the potty
seat could have orange paint that contains excessive levels of lead.The
recall involves the potty training seats. Each seat has either a yellow
chair with a green removable seat and a purple lift out-pot or a blue
chair with a white removable seat and green lift out-pot. The words "100
Acre Wood" are molded on the chair back. The plaque inserted into the
back of the seat contains molded Winnie the Pooh and Tigger characters.
They were sold at mass and specialty retailers nationwide from April
2006-August 2007 for between $20 and $25. Contact RC2 to receive a
permanent clear protective cover that covers the plaque. The unit can
still be used. Contact RC2 at (866) 725-4407 or visit
In
December 2007, Holiday Figurines, made in China, were recalled.
Surface paint on the holiday figurines contains lead. The recalled
holiday figurines are painted plastic snowmen and bears. The SKU number
is printed on the bottom of the product. 
In
November 2007, DesignWare® Confetti Bursts, made in China, were
recalled. The surface paint on the individual bags of confetti contains
excessive lead. The recalled products contain confetti in plastic bags.
When the bags are inflated, consumers squeeze the bag and confetti
bursts out. Each package contains six confetti bursts. They were sold at
discount, toy, drug, grocery, party, and specialty/gift stores
nationwide from December 2003-September 2007 for about $3. Contact
American Greetings Corp. (800) 777-4891 or visit
the
zippers contains excess levels of lead. In addition, the zipper pull on
the slipcovers can break, posing a choking hazard to young children.
This recall involves velvet and boa slipcovers intended for use with the
Boppy® Bare Naked nursing and support pillow. Slipcovers recalled due to
a choking hazard were sold in three color combinations and have the
following UPC and date codes found on the California Flammability Law
tag. Slipcovers sold in clear vinyl packages are labeled Boppy® Luxe.
In
November 2007, Sparkle City Charm Bracelets and Tack Pin Sets,
made in China, were recalled. The recalled jewelry contains high levels
of lead. The recalled charm bracelets have silver-colored star and
butterfly charms, and clear and pink beads that hang from a
silver-colored chain. The tack pins are silver butterflies or stars with
clear and pink beads. They were sold at Big Lots stores nationwide from
August 2005-April 2007 for about $1. Contact Buy-Rite at (888) 777-7952
or visit www.buyriteinc.com
were
recalled. The bracelets contain high levels of lead. The recalled
bracelets are stretchable, with silver-colored square links and
aqua-colored beads. SKU#5384706813 is printed on the packaging.
They were sold at various dollar stores, liquidators, and schools as
part of fundraising, nationwide from September 2003-April 2007 for
between $1 and $12. Contact Cherrydale Fundraising at (800) 551-5352 or
visit
were
recalled. The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. The
recalled metal necklaces and bracelets have silver-colored charms. Some
also have colored beads. “Awesome Boutique” or “Share the Love” is
printed on some of the jewelry’s packaging. The jewelry includes a
necklace with a metal flower-shaped charm that hangs from a pink cord, a
metal heart charm bracelet, a metal heart angel charm bracelet with
colored beads, a metal bracelet with four heart charms and ruby-colored
beads, necklaces with painted hearts that hang from a cord, and
necklaces with tiny purses in various colors. They were sold at various
discount and dollar stores nationwide from January 2005-June 2007 for
about $1. Contact Colossal Jewelry & Accessories at (888)
808-5093 or e-mail the firm at
In
November 2007, Crystal Innovations jewelry, made in China, were
recalled. The recalled metal jewelry contains high levels of
lead. The recalled products are metal jewelry components. The SKU
numbers can be located on the products’ packaging above the barcode. The
following Crystal Innovations products are included in the recall:
No
other Crystal Innovations products or SKU numbers are included in this
recall. They were sold at Michaels Stores nationwide from April
2006-September 2007 for about $5. Contact Pure Allure at (800) 536-6312,
visit the firm’s Web site at
a
set of six “shaving-style” brushes, which are about 4-inches long. The
brushes’ handles are painted blue, purple, orange, yellow, lime green,
and pink. The item number #SHVBRSH is printed on the product’s
packaging. Brush sets with handles in brown, dark blue, red, green,
blue, and black are not included in this recall. The recalled brushes
were also included with the “BioColor® Foam Paint Starter Kit” and
“Colorations® Foam Paint Starter Kit.” They were sold in Discount School
Supply’s catalog and Web site from May 2004-August 2007 for about $5.
The BioColor® kits were sold from May 2004-June 2006 for about $60. The
Colorations® kits were sold from July 2006-August 2007 for about $60.
Contact Discount School Supply at (800) 293-9314, visit
www.discountschoolsupply.com or e-mail the firm at
made
in China, were recalled. The recalled jewelry contains high levels of
lead. It was sold under the Rachel Rose and Distinctly Basics brands and
includes key rings and pins with religious themes (crosses and fish
symbols), key rings with "Mom" and cheerleader charms; bracelets with
charms like handbags, flip flops, hearts, dresses, and flowers;
silver-colored rings with designs or stones in a variety of colors;
clutchless hoop earrings with decorations such as butterflies; and
filigree and long drop earrings with stones in a variety of colors. It
was sold at Family Dollar stores nationwide from January 2003-August
2007 for between $.50 and $2. A complete list of the recalled jewelry
can be found at
contain
excess lead. This recall involves all 2007 Halloween-themed
baskets with item number 5464201. The item number is located next to the
price on the paper hangtag on the handle. The plastic baskets are either
black or orange with two carrying handles. An emblem of a witch, bat or
pumpkin is attached to each side of the handle. The baskets measure 3
inches wide by 6 inches long by 4 ˝ inches deep. they were sold at Hobby
Lobby stores nationwide from August-November 2007 for about $1. Contact
Hobby Lobby at (800) 326-7931 anytime, or visit
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recalled.
The yellow surface paint on the sunglasses may contain excessive levels
of lead. The recall involves yellow children’s sunglasses. No other
colors of sunglasses are included in this recall. The word "CHINA" is
printed on the left side of the frame. The UPC #400007860896 and words
"Fashion Sunglasses" and "Time to Play Every Day" are printed on the
product’s red hangtag. They were sold at Dollar General stores
nationwide from March 2005-October 2007 for $1. Contact Dollar General
at (800) 678-9258 or visit
In
November 2007, “Big Red” Wagons made by Northern Tool & Equipment
Co. in China were recalled. Surface paints on the wagon and handle
contain excessive levels of lead. The recalled wagon has a red painted,
steel deck with removable wooden sides. The wheels have ball bearings
and air-filled tires. They were sold through the Northern Tool &
Equipment catalog, Web site, and retail stores nationwide from
July-September 2007 for about $60. Contact Northern Tool & Equipment Co.
at (800) 222-5381 or visit 
Surface
paint on the wheels and engine of the toys contains excessive levels of
lead. The recall includes plastic models of a dragster and funny car.
The dragster is approximately 22 inches long, black in color with
various sponsor decals on the toys. The funny car is approximately 14
inches long and is also black in color. Both models have the ISL logo
imprinted on the underside. They were sold at National Hot Rod
Association (NHRA) events through Schumacher Racing, and Matco Tools
through door to door sales by its representatives from March-September
2007. Contact International Sourcing Ltd at (877) 404-1584 or visit
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