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CPSC recall · Reported October 6, 2009

Daiso Recalls Children's Toys, Purses and Pen Cases Due to Violation of Lead Paint and Phthalate Limits

The surface paint on the balancing toys and zippers of the purses and pen cases contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint ban. The inflatable baseball bat…

Recall #
10004
Affected scope
About 130
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The CPSC recalled This recall involves balancing toys in the shape of dragonflies, children's purses in the… - a moderate-severity action.

Daiso Recalls Children's Toys, Purses and Pen Cases Due to Violation of Lead Paint and Ph… was recalled and listed by the CPSC in October 6, 2009. Reason: The surface paint on the balancing toys and zippers of the purses and pen cases contain excessive levels of l…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled products away from children and contact Da…. Verify recall #10004 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The surface paint on the balancing toys and zippers of the purses and pen cases contain excessive levels of l….

Moderate
severity level
October 6, 2009
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #10004 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #10004) was formally reported on October 6, 2009. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. The recalling firm is not specified in the federal record. Federal records list the affected scope as About 130.

The documented reason for this recall is: The surface paint on the balancing toys and zippers of the purses and pen cases contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint ban. The inflatable baseball bat toys contain excessive levels of DEHP, … 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 Daiso for a free replacement product or 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, 4 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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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 130

Related Recalls

6

4 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves balancing toys in the shape of dragonflies, children's purses in the shape of the head of a lion, frog or bear, children's purses with rainbow stripes, children's pen cases shaped like a piece of candy with stitching "cool ice cream," "sweet cake," or "fad hamburger" on the front, and inflatable baseball bats with "Home Run" printed on the side. Daiso is printed on the product's packaging.

Reason for recall

The surface paint on the balancing toys and zippers of the purses and pen cases contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint ban. The inflatable baseball bat toys contain excessive levels of DEHP, violating the federal phthalate standard

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately take the recalled products away from children and contact Daiso for a free replacement product or a full refund.

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 10004
Date reported October 6, 2009
Date initiated October 6, 2009
Recalling firm Not disclosed
Affected scope About 130
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 products away from children and contact Daiso for a free replacement product or a …

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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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves balancing toys in the shape of dragonflies, children's purses in the shape of the head of a lion, frog or bear, children's purses with rainbow stripes, children's pen cases shaped like a piece of candy with stitching "cool ice cream," "sweet cake," or "fad hamburger" on the front, and inflatable baseball bats with "Home Run" printed on the side. Daiso is printed on the product's packaging.. Units affected: About 130.
Why was this product recalled?
The surface paint on the balancing toys and zippers of the purses and pen cases contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint ban. The inflatable baseball bat toys contain excessive levels of DEHP, violating the federal phthalate standard
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take the recalled products away from children and contact Daiso for a free replacement product or a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 6, 2009. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 10004.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (10004) 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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