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Fishing Games Sold at Grocery Stores
The notice asks people to return it — see below for how.
What’s wrong
The recalled game has parts that contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
The Recall Registry rates this highest risk — Lead exposure risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately take the product away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Far East Brokers and Consultants toll-free at (877) 695-8354 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at http://www.fareastbrokers.com/
The product
The recalled Fishing Game contains a fishing pole, one large battery-operated fish, and three small wind-up fish. The UPC #011546208270 and product #25741 are printed on the product's packaging.
Details
- Units affected
- About 14,000
- Recall date
- December 12, 2007
- Brand
- Far East Brokers and Consultants Inc., of Jacksonville, Fla.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Grand Union Family Markets, Southern Family Markets, P&C Stores, Publix Super Markets, and Food Lion stores nationwide from October 2007 through November 2007 for about $10.
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: “Fishing Games Sold at Grocery Stores Recalled by Far East Brokers 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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