Severity
Moderate
RR Donnelley Recalls Classroom Reading and Math Aids Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Reported: January 31, 2008 Initiated: January 31, 2008 #08541 185000 units
SRA, of Columbus, Ohio issued this CPSC recall on January 31, 2008. Classified as Moderate severity. Approximately 185000 units are affected. The recall was issued because: Surface paint on the products contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.. This recall notice is sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #08541) was formally reported on January 31, 2008. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. SRA, of Columbus, Ohio is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records indicate 185000 units are affected, a scale large enough to require multi-state distribution tracking.
The documented reason for this recall is: Surface paint on the products 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 recalled products away from children and contact RR Donnelley for information on returning the products for a free replacement item. RR Donnelley is directly con… — consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
To put this record in context, PlainRecalls indexes 83,949 recalls across the FDA, CPSC, NHTSA and USDA FSIS going back to 1995. Within the same product category, the database holds 6 closely related recalls, of which 6 were also issued by CPSC. That clustering is a signal — repeated actions in a narrow category often indicate a systemic quality-control issue, a supplier-wide contamination, or a design defect that has propagated across product lines. This recall is roughly 18 years old; older recalls can remain relevant because many units enter resale, rental, and secondary-market channels where the original warning never reaches the end user. Always cross-check the recall number against the official agency page before relying on any summary.
Recall Distribution by Severity Class
Units Affected
185000
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Recall Progress (industry avg ~60%) 60.0%
Product Description
The following recalled reading and math aids are for use in the classroom. The item number is printed on the product's packaging. Reading Products ISBN/ITEM #/Product Product Photo Magnetic Dry-Erase Board 0076176266 The magnetic dry-erase boards have purple plastic frames. "SRA" logo is printed on the front of the boards. There are permanent squares imprinted on the face of each side of the board. Sold in a set of five. They measure 8 1/2" x 11". Student Crown 0026612887 The crowns are red, purple and gold with a thinking bubble in the middle. They were sold in packages of 12. The crown's two ends close with Velcro to create a hat-like crown for students. Puppet Thinking Crown 0812603575 The crowns are red, purple and gold with a thinking bubble in the middle. The two ends close with Velcro to create a hat-like crown the teacher's puppet wears. Includes a chin strap. The crown measures 16" long x 5" wide with a clear pocket on the front of the crown. Angled Ruler 002674452X The clear plastic rulers are 12 inches long, bend in the middle, and have green imprints. Sold in packs of 10. Magnetic Number Line R00006029 The magnetic number lines are white, about 23 inches long, and are numbered from 1 to 25 on one side and 0 to 1 on the other side. Target Mat R85454.07 (Grade 1) R13159.15 (Grade 2) The target mats are blue and white or blue, white and yellow with numbers. They measure 3' x 3'. Double Nine Dominos 0322090911 The double nine dominos contain 55 tiles. The tiles are white with dots of multiple colors. Mimosa Measuring Tape 0322058333 The retractable white measuring tape has a florescent green casing. The tape is two sided in inches (red) and centimeters (black). "10M/33ft fiber glass measuring tape" is printed on the casing. Two-Sided White Seamstress Flexible Tape Measure 36434R03 / RM004 / 0420024/ 0026744511 The two-sided flexible measuring tape has inches (60) on one side and centimeters (150) on the other side in black print with brass or silver stainless steel tips
Reason for Recall
Surface paint on the products contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled products away from children and contact RR Donnelley for information on returning the products for a free replacement item. RR Donnelley is directly contacting schools that purchased the reading and math aids.
Details
- Recalling Firm
- SRA, of Columbus, Ohio
- Units Affected
- 185000
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 08541 |
| Date reported | January 31, 2008 |
| Date initiated | January 31, 2008 |
| Recalling firm | SRA, of Columbus, Ohio |
| Units affected | 185000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
The following recalled reading and math aids are for use in the classroom. The item number is printed on the product's packaging. Reading Products ISBN/ITEM #/Product Product Photo Magnetic Dry-Erase Board 0076176266 The magnetic dry-erase boards have purple plastic frames. "SRA" logo is printed on the front of the boards. There are permanent squares imprinted on the face of each side of the board. Sold in a set of five. They measure 8 1/2" x 11". Student Crown 0026612887 The crowns are red, purple and gold with a thinking bubble in the middle. They were sold in packages of 12. The crown's two ends close with Velcro to create a hat-like crown for students. Puppet Thinking Crown 0812603575 The crowns are red, purple and gold with a thinking bubble in the middle. The two ends close with Velcro to create a hat-like crown the teacher's puppet wears. Includes a chin strap. The crown measures 16" long x 5" wide with a clear pocket on the front of the crown. Angled Ruler 002674452X The clear plastic rulers are 12 inches long, bend in the middle, and have green imprints. Sold in packs of 10. Magnetic Number Line R00006029 The magnetic number lines are white, about 23 inches long, and are numbered from 1 to 25 on one side and 0 to 1 on the other side. Target Mat R85454.07 (Grade 1) R13159.15 (Grade 2) The target mats are blue and white or blue, white and yellow with numbers. They measure 3' x 3'. Double Nine Dominos 0322090911 The double nine dominos contain 55 tiles. The tiles are white with dots of multiple colors. Mimosa Measuring Tape 0322058333 The retractable white measuring tape has a florescent green casing. The tape is two sided in inches (red) and centimeters (black). "10M/33ft fiber glass measuring tape" is printed on the casing. Two-Sided White Seamstress Flexible Tape Measure 36434R03 / RM004 / 0420024/ 0026744511 The two-sided flexible measuring tape has inches (60) on one side and centimeters (150) on the other side in black print with brass or silver stainless steel tips. Recalled by SRA, of Columbus, Ohio. Units affected: 185000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Surface paint on the products contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately take the recalled products away from children and contact RR Donnelley for information on returning the products for a free replacement item. RR Donnelley is directly contacting schools that purchased the reading and math aids.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 31, 2008. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 08541.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (08541) 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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- U.S. Census Bureau County Business Patterns — establishment + employment by industry. census.gov/cbp
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