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Product recall · CPSCNovember 16, 2007Highest risk
Hobby Lobby Stores Halloween-Themed Baskets
The notice asks people to return it — see below for how.
What’s wrong
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.
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 take the baskets away from children immediately and return them to Hobby Lobby for a $2 exchange card.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Hobby Lobby at (800) 326-7931 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.hobbylobby.com
The product
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.
Details
- Units affected
- About 10,000
- Recall date
- November 16, 2007
- Brand
- Hobby Lobby Stores Inc., of Oklahoma City, Okla.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
5464201
Hobby Lobby stores nationwide from August 2007 through November 2007 for about $1.
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: “Hobby Lobby Stores Recalls Halloween-Themed Baskets 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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