Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported September 26, 2007
Target Recalls Children's Toy Gardening Tools and Chairs Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
The surface paint on the recalled gardening tools and chairs contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
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Starite International Ltd., of Taiwan recalled The recall includes the Happy Giddy Gardening Tools and the Sunny Patch Children's Chairs… - a moderate-severity action.
Target Recalls Children's Toy Gardening Tools and Chairs Due to Violation of Lead Paint S… was recalled by Starite International Ltd., of Taiwan in September 26, 2007. Reason: The surface paint on the recalled gardening tools and chairs contains excessive levels of lead, violating the…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the products away from children and return the item to …. Verify recall #07309 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Starite International Ltd., of Taiwan issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The surface paint on the recalled gardening tools and chairs contains excessive levels of lead, violating the….
- Moderate
- severity level
- September 26, 2007
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #07309 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #07309) was formally reported on September 26, 2007. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Starite International Ltd., of Taiwan is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 350,000.
The documented reason for this recall is: The surface paint on the recalled gardening tools and chairs contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately take the products away from children and return the item to the nearest Target store for a full refund. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 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.
Children & Baby Products recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 3,731 children & baby products recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
About 350,000
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
The recall includes the Happy Giddy Gardening Tools and the Sunny Patch Children's Chairs. Gardening tools: caterpillar trowel with an orange and multi-colored handle; kitty cat broom with pink flowers and green handle; pink and green cultivator with a solid green tool portion and pink flowers on the handle; orange and green wood handle hoe and rake with orange flowers; pink and green shovel and trowel with pink flowers; green, orange and light blue snail push broom; multi-colored trowel, hoe, rake with orange on the tool body; multi-colored shovel with solid red on the shovel and eyes on the top of the handle; red and blue owl shaped broom with bristles painted blue, with yellow and black large eyes on the face. Children's Chairs: multi-colored children's Sunny Patch chairs with a giraffe, monkey, and elephant on the back. The cloth seat and back are striped in orange, yellow, green and blue. The chameleon, butterfly and ladybug chair are not included in the recall.
Reason for recall
The surface paint on the recalled gardening tools and chairs contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately take the products away from children and return the item to the nearest Target store for a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 07309 |
| Date reported | September 26, 2007 |
| Date initiated | September 26, 2007 |
| Recalling firm | Starite International Ltd., of Taiwan |
| Affected scope | About 350,000 |
| 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 products away from children and return the item to the nearest Target store for a full refu…
- Check the recall number (07309) 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 recall includes the Happy Giddy Gardening Tools and the Sunny Patch Children's Chairs. Gardening tools: caterpillar trowel with an orange and multi-colored handle; kitty cat broom with pink flowers and green handle; pink and green cultivator with a solid green tool portion and pink flowers on the handle; orange and green wood handle hoe and rake with orange flowers; pink and green shovel and trowel with pink flowers; green, orange and light blue snail push broom; multi-colored trowel, hoe, rake with orange on the tool body; multi-colored shovel with solid red on the shovel and eyes on the top of the handle; red and blue owl shaped broom with bristles painted blue, with yellow and black large eyes on the face. Children's Chairs: multi-colored children's Sunny Patch chairs with a giraffe, monkey, and elephant on the back. The cloth seat and back are striped in orange, yellow, green and blue. The chameleon, butterfly and ladybug chair are not included in the recall.. Recalled by Starite International Ltd., of Taiwan. Units affected: About 350,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The surface paint on the recalled gardening tools and chairs contains excessive levels of lead, violating 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 Target store for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 26, 2007. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 07309.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (07309) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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