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CPSC recall · Reported January 31, 2008

RR Donnelley Recalls Classroom Reading and Math Aids Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Surface paint on the products contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Recall #
08541
Affected scope
185000
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Sra, of Columbus, Ohio recalled The following recalled reading and math aids are for use in the classroom. The item numbe… - a moderate-severity action.

RR Donnelley Recalls Classroom Reading and Math Aids Due to Violation of Lead Paint Stand… was recalled by Sra, of Columbus, Ohio in January 31, 2008. Reason: 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…. Verify recall #08541 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Sra, of Columbus, Ohio issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-Surface paint on the products contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard..

Moderate
severity level
185K units
affected scope
January 31, 2008
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #08541 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

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 list the affected scope as 185000, 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.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

185000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

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, what to 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.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
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
Affected scope 185000
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.

Scale of Impact

185000 units affected - multi-state distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) -
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) ✓ This recall
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission filings.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should immediately take the recalled products away from children and contact RR Donnelley for information on returning …

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  • 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 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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