CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2007-11-16

Hobby Lobby Stores Recalls Halloween-Themed Baskets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

08084 · Recalled 2007-11-16 · CPSC page

Recalled Halloween-Themed Basket
Recalled Halloween-Themed Basket

Description

This recall involves all 2007 Halloween-themed baskets with item number 5464201. The item number is located next to the price on the paper hangtag on the handle. The plastic baskets are either black or orange with two carrying handles. An emblem of a witch, bat or pumpkin is attached to each side of the handle. The baskets measure 3 inches wide by 6 inches long by 4 ½ inches deep.

Hazards

Surface paint on the bat, pumpkin and witch emblems attached to the baskets contain excess levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint ban.

Reported injuries

None reported.

Remedy

Consumers should take the baskets away from children immediately and return them to Hobby Lobby for a $2 exchange card.

Products

NameModelUnits
Halloween-Themed BasketsAbout 10,000

Parties

Importer
Hobby Lobby Stores Inc., of Oklahoma City, Okla.
Made in
China
Sold at
Hobby Lobby from August 2007 through November 2007 for about $1.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Hobby Lobby at (800) 326-7931 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.hobbylobby.com

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Recalled Halloween-Themed Basket
Recalled Halloween-Themed Basket
Recalled Halloween-Themed Basket
Recalled Halloween-Themed Basket

Source: CPSC recall 08084. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.