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

Reported: March 23, 2010 Initiated: March 23, 2010 #10725

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

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.

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.