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Halloween "Ugly Teeth"
The notice asks people to return it — see below for how.
What’s wrong
The surface paint on the teeth contains 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 recalled Halloween teeth away from children and return them to the place where purchased for a full refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Amscan Inc. at (800) 335-7585 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.amscan.com
The product
The fake Halloween teeth are painted white, black and orange with brown gums. They were sold as party favors in packages of eight. "Ugly Teeth," "Amscan," "Party Favors," "Value Pack Party Favors," UPC 0-48419-65002-7 and UPC 0-48419-61663-4 are printed on the packaging.
Details
- Units affected
- About 43,000
- Recall date
- October 31, 2007
- Brand
- Amscan Inc., of Elmsford, N.Y.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Various retailers nationwide from January 2006 through October 2007 for about $2.
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: “Halloween "Ugly Teeth" Recalled By Amscan Inc. 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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