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CPSC recall · Reported March 23, 2010

Painted Wooden Beads Intended for Children's Crafts Recalled By S&S Worldwide Due To Violation of Lead Paint Standard

The paint on the children's wooden beads contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Recall #
10725
Affected scope
About 1,000
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The CPSC recalled The children's painted wooden beads are in the shapes of insects and flowers. They were s… - a moderate-severity action.

Painted Wooden Beads Intended for Children's Crafts Recalled By S&S Worldwide Due To Viol… was recalled and listed by the CPSC in March 23, 2010. Reason: The paint on the children's wooden beads contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled beads away from children and contact S&S W…. Verify recall #10725 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The paint on the children's wooden beads contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint ….

Moderate
severity level
March 23, 2010
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #10725 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #10725) was formally reported on March 23, 2010. 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 1,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: The paint on the children's wooden beads 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 beads away from children and contact S&S Worldwide for a full refund or replacement product. S&S Worldwide is directly contacting consumers who purchase… - 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.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 1,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The children's painted wooden beads are in the shapes of insects and flowers. They were sold in assorted colors and designs and measure about one inch in size. They were sold in 1/2 lb. bags. Model number BE1190, "S&S Worldwide Inc" and "Made in China" is located on the bag of beads.

Reason for recall

The paint on the children's wooden beads contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately take the recalled beads away from children and contact S&S Worldwide for a full refund or replacement product. S&S Worldwide is directly contacting consumers who purchased the beads to alert them to this recall.

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 10725
Date reported March 23, 2010
Date initiated March 23, 2010
Recalling firm Not disclosed
Affected scope About 1,000
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 recalled beads away from children and contact S&S Worldwide for a full refund or replacemen…

  • Check the recall number (10725) 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The children's painted wooden beads are in the shapes of insects and flowers. They were sold in assorted colors and designs and measure about one inch in size. They were sold in 1/2 lb. bags. Model number BE1190, "S&S Worldwide Inc" and "Made in China" is located on the bag of beads.. Units affected: About 1,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The paint on the children's wooden beads contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take the recalled beads away from children and contact S&S Worldwide for a full refund or replacement product. S&S Worldwide is directly contacting consumers who purchased the beads to alert them to this recall.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 23, 2010. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 10725.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (10725) 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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