CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2009-03-18

Educational Craft Kits Recalled by FloraCraft Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

09158 · Recalled 2009-03-18 · CPSC page

Recalled FloraCraft Brand Solar System Kit
Recalled FloraCraft Brand Solar System Kit

Description

This recall involves the "Solar System" and the "DNA" children's educational craft kits sold under the FloraCraft and HYGLOSS brand names. The kits contain green coated wires that measure 14 ½ inches long and Styrofoam shapes. The following model numbers are included in this recall. The model number is located on the kit's packaging. Craft Kits Model Number Solar System Kit SS2003 SS101 59901 SS2003P DNA Kit DNA2003 59903 DNA2003P

Hazards

The surface coating on the educational kit's wires can contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Reported injuries

None reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the craft kit's wires away from children and contact FloraCraft to obtain free replacements.

Products

NameModelUnits
Solar System Kits and DNA KitsAbout 930,000

Parties

Manufacturer
FloraCraft Corp.
Made in
United States, China
Sold at
Wal-Mart, Michaels, Jo-Ann Stores, Hobby Lobby, other retailers nationwide, $30.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact FloraCraft Corp. toll-free at (866) 775-8781, or visit the firm's Web site at www.floracraft.com

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Recalled FloraCraft Brand DNA Kit
Recalled FloraCraft Brand DNA Kit
Recalled FloraCraft Brand Solar System Kit
Recalled FloraCraft Brand Solar System Kit
Recalled Hygloss Brand Solar System Kit
Recalled Hygloss Brand Solar System Kit
Recalled Hygloss Brand DNA Kit
Recalled Hygloss Brand DNA Kit

Source: CPSC recall 09158. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.