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

Reported: November 24, 2003 Initiated: November 24, 2003 #04038

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

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

Details

Units Affected
50,000 packages
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-Toys-R-Us-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Solid-colored-and-Multi--colored-Sidewalk-Chalk-

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
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.. Recalled by Agglo Corporation, Hong Kong (China). Units affected: 50,000 packages.
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. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 04038.

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