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

Reported: October 6, 2009 Initiated: October 6, 2009 #10004

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

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

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.