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CPSC recall · Reported August 17, 2006

Lead Poisoning Hazard Prompts Recall of Fun Express Children's Toys Given Away at Libraries

The paint on the bendable toys contains excessive levels of lead, which is banned under federal law. Lead is toxic and, if ingested by young children, can cause adverse health eff…

Recall #
06236
Affected scope
About 340,000 toys
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Fun Express Inc., a subsidiary of Oriental Trading Company Inc., of Omaha, Neb. recalled The recalled toy is made of bendable plastic and is in the shape of a brown dog with blac….

Lead Poisoning Hazard Prompts Recall of Fun Express Children's Toys Given Away at Librari… was recalled by Fun Express Inc., a subsidiary of Oriental Trading Company Inc., of Omaha, Neb. in August 17, 2006. Reason: The paint on the bendable toys contains excessive levels of lead, which is banned under federal law. Lead is …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and discard them.. Verify recall #06236 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Fun Express Inc., a subsidiary of Oriental Trading Company Inc., of Omaha, Neb. issued this CPSC recall-The paint on the bendable toys contains excessive levels of lead, which is banned under federal law. Lead is ….

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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06236 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, 5 from CPSC - 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.

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Product description

The recalled toy is made of bendable plastic and is in the shape of a brown dog with black ears, paws and feet, a Dalmatian dog with pink paws, a white dog with orange spots, a brown dog with pink paws, a white cat with orange stripes, a brown cat with pink paws, a black cat with pink ears and a white cat with brown spots. The toys are about 3.75 inches tall. The toy's packaging is labeled as item 39/1461-K and 39/1461-KM.

Reason for recall

The paint on the bendable toys contains excessive levels of lead, which is banned under federal law. Lead is toxic and, if ingested by young children, can cause adverse health effects.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and discard them.

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 06236
Date reported August 17, 2006
Date initiated August 17, 2006
Recalling firm Fun Express Inc., a subsidiary of Oriental Trading Company Inc., of Omaha, Neb.
Affected scope About 340,000 toys
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

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and discard them.

  • Check the recall number (06236) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled toy is made of bendable plastic and is in the shape of a brown dog with black ears, paws and feet, a Dalmatian dog with pink paws, a white dog with orange spots, a brown dog with pink paws, a white cat with orange stripes, a brown cat with pink paws, a black cat with pink ears and a white cat with brown spots. The toys are about 3.75 inches tall. The toy's packaging is labeled as item 39/1461-K and 39/1461-KM.. Recalled by Fun Express Inc., a subsidiary of Oriental Trading Company Inc., of Omaha, Neb.. Units affected: About 340,000 toys.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The paint on the bendable toys contains excessive levels of lead, which is banned under federal law. Lead is toxic and, if ingested by young children, can cause adverse health effects.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and discard them.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 17, 2006. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 06236.
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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