Recalls / 2007-10-25
Family Dollar Stores Recalls Halloween Pails Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
08051 · Recalled 2007-10-25 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves purple Halloween pails with a picture of a witch figure silhouetted against a green moon. The pail measures about 6 1/2 inches high. "Distributed by Family Dollar, Inc," SKU number 1033953, and UPC number 017845000591 are printed on a label on the pail. Orange Halloween pails with black jack-o-lantern decorations are not included in this recall.
Hazards
The green paint on the pails contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Reported injuries
None reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled Halloween pail away from children and return it to any Family Dollar store for a full refund.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Purple Halloween Pails with Witch Decorations | About 142,000 |
Parties
- Importer
- Family Dollar Stores, of Charlotte, N.C.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Family Dollar from August 2007 through October 2007 for about $1.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Family Dollar at (800) 547-0359 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.familydollar.com
Source: CPSC recall 08051. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.