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Toys "R" Us Recalls Wooden Coloring Cases Due To Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Reported: August 30, 2007 Initiated: August 30, 2007 #07299

Product Description

The recall involves the Imaginarium brand 213-piece Wooden Coloring Case which includes crayons, pastels, colored pencils, fiber pens, paintbrush, pencil, water colors, palette, white paint, ruler and pencil sharpener in a light tan wooden carrying case. The case measures about 14 inches high by 19 inches wide.

Reason for Recall

The printed ink on the outer packaging of the wood case contains lead. Also, some of the black watercolor paint contains excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the products away from children and return the item to the nearest Toys "R" Us store for store credit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recall involves the Imaginarium brand 213-piece Wooden Coloring Case which includes crayons, pastels, colored pencils, fiber pens, paintbrush, pencil, water colors, palette, white paint, ruler and pencil sharpener in a light tan wooden carrying case. The case measures about 14 inches high by 19 inches wide.. Units affected: About 27,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The printed ink on the outer packaging of the wood case contains lead. Also, some of the black watercolor paint contains excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take the products away from children and return the item to the nearest Toys "R" Us store for store credit.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 30, 2007. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 07299.