CPSC, Toys "R" Us, Inc. Announce Recall of Solid-colored and Multi-colored Sidewalk Chalk

The multi-colored and solid-colored sidewalk chalk contains high levels of lead, posing a risk of poisoning to young children.

Recall #: 04038
Affected scope: 50,000 packages

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CPSC, Toys "R" Us, Inc. Announce Recall of Solid-colored and Multi-colored Sidewalk Chalk was recalled by Agglo Corporation, Hong Kong (China) in November 24, 2003. Reason: The multi-colored and solid-colored sidewalk chalk contains high levels of lead, posing a risk of poisoning t…. Remedy: Return the sidewalk chalk to Toys "R" Us for a refund.. Verify recall #04038 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Agglo Corporation, Hong Kong (China) issued this CPSC recall-The multi-colored and solid-colored sidewalk chalk contains high levels of lead, posing a risk of poisoning t….

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agency class: November 24, 2003
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04038 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Product description

The sidewalk chalk is packaged in a clear-plastic backpack-type carrying case with these words on the label: "Chalk To Go...Totally Me!...24 pieces, sidewalk chalk in different colors, fun chalk shapes." The label on the package also says "Conforms to ASTM- D4236." The sidewalk chalk comes in several shapes: butterfly, spider, ice cream cone, bottle, cylinder, and triangular stick. The chalk pieces are solid-colored or multi-colored, including red, blue, green, yellow, and purple.

Reason for recall

The multi-colored and solid-colored sidewalk chalk contains high levels of lead, posing a risk of poisoning to young children.

Remedy, what to do

Return the sidewalk chalk to Toys "R" Us for a refund.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	04038
Date reported	November 24, 2003
Date initiated	November 24, 2003
Recalling firm	Agglo Corporation, Hong Kong (China)
Affected scope	50,000 packages
Distribution	Not disclosed
Official source	CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Return the sidewalk chalk to Toys "R" Us for a refund.

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What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The multi-colored and solid-colored sidewalk chalk contains high levels of lead, posing a risk of poisoning to young children.

What should consumers do? ▼

Return the sidewalk chalk to Toys "R" Us for a refund.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 24, 2003. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 04038.

How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼

Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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