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Product recall · CPSCJune 30, 2011Highest risk
Cost Plus Inc. Wooden Animal Drum
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The paint used on the drum is in excess of the maximum allowable level of 90 ppm, a violation of the federal lead paint standard.
The Recall Registry rates this highest risk — Lead exposure risk.
What it looks like
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Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the toy and return it to Cost Plus World Market for a full refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Cost Plus toll-free at (877) 967-5362 between 7 a.m. and midnight ET seven days a week or visit the firm’s website at www.worldmarket.com
The product
The recalled toy is a wooden hexagon drum with pictures of animals on the six sides. SKU No. 424857 is printed on a sticker on the bottom of the drum.
Details
- Units affected
- About 1,000
- Recall date
- June 30, 2011
- Brand
- Cost Plus Inc. of Oakland, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
424857
Cost Plus World Market stores nationwide from December 2010 through May 2011 for about $7.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Cost Plus Inc. Recalls Wooden Animal Drum Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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