Recalls / 2006-08-17
Lead Poisoning Hazard Prompts Recall of Fun Express Children's Toys Given Away at Libraries
06236 · Recalled 2006-08-17 · CPSC page
Description
The recalled toy is made of bendable plastic and is in the shape of a brown dog with black ears, paws and feet, a Dalmatian dog with pink paws, a white dog with orange spots, a brown dog with pink paws, a white cat with orange stripes, a brown cat with pink paws, a black cat with pink ears and a white cat with brown spots. The toys are about 3.75 inches tall. The toy's packaging is labeled as item 39/1461-K and 39/1461-KM.
Hazards
The paint on the bendable toys contains excessive levels of lead, which is banned under federal law. Lead is toxic and, if ingested by young children, can cause adverse health effects.
Reported injuries
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and discard them.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Bendable Dog and Cat Toys | About 340,000 toys |
Parties
- Distributor
- Fun Express Inc., a subsidiary of Oriental Trading Company Inc., of Omaha, Neb.
- Made in
- China
Consumer contact
For more information, contact Fun Express Inc. at (800) 723-6155 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.funexpress.com
Source: CPSC recall 06236. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.