May 23, 2008
Eight Recalls for Lead Hazards – Pirates of the Carribbean Sleeping Bags, United Scientific Magnets, Shaker Guiro Instruments, Tinker Bell Wands, American Scientific magnets Sure Grip Paint Brushes and Floppy Friends Horse Toys
The Onondaga County Health Department's Lead Poisoning Control Program is alerting parents of the following seven voluntary recalls. The Consumer Product Safety Commission has determined that the products contain excessive levels of lead.
Pirates of the Caribbean Sleeping Bags
Product Description: The recalled Pirates of the Caribbean sleeping bags have a cartoon pirate design of Davey Jones and Jack Sparrow on the front. Style number F1652B0003 is printed on the logo label inside the sleeping bags. The sleeping bag with the skull art design is not included in this recall.
Sold at: Disney stores nationwide from April 2007 through October 2007 for about $25
Importer: Hoop Retail Stores LLC, of Secaucus, N.J.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled sleeping bags away from children and return them to any Disney Store for a full refund. For additional information, contact Disney Store toll-free at (866) 902-2798 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, or visit the firm's Web site at www.disneystore.com.
United Scientific Magnets
Product Description: This recall involves magnets listed in the chart below. The model numbers are located on the magnets packaging. Only painted magnets are included in this recall.
Model Number Number ofMagnets inPackage Description Magnet Photo
MGTKIT 4 3 red ring magnets 38mm x 8 mm1 four inch red horseshoe magnet
MSET4 4 2 red bar magnets 80x15x10mm1 small red horseshoe magnet 25mm x 8mm1 large red horseshoe magnet 35mm x 15 mm
1. CBM0502. CM7907-R (red)3. CM7907-B (blue)4. CM7907-W (white)5. CM7907-PK/2 (red or blue)6. CM7912-R 211121 1. Red bar magnet pair 50mm2 - 5. ceramic ring magnets 38mm x 8 mm6. Red ceramic disc magnet 25mm x 5 mm
MBSET6 6 75mm long, scored in two places like a candy bar,sold in six different colors
1. AUM0202. AUM025 1 1. Red 2 inch U-shaped magnets2. Red 1 inch U-shaped magnets
1. ACM0202. ACM050 2 1. Pair of red cylindrical magnets 50mm x 5 mm2. Pair of red cylindrical magnets 125mm x 10mm
ABM030 2 Pair of red and blue bar magnets with North (N) &South (S) Poles marked. 3 inches long x ½ inch wide
ABM015-E, ABM020,ABM040, ABM060,ABM040, ABM060,ABM010, ABM015 2 Red bar magnets, lengths range from 1 ½ inchesto 6 inches, some have N & S marking
MNSB04 1 4 inch magnetic needle on plastic support. Oneend of needle is painted red.
1. MHS0202. MHS030 1 1. Red U-shaped magnet, two inches tall2. Red U-shaped magnet, three inches tall
CMSET1 6 Ceramic disc magnets, 25mm x 5 mm, sold in sixdifferent colors
Importer: United Scientific, of Waukegan, Ill.
Manufactured in: India
Sold by: Independent distributors nationwide from October 1996 through September 2007 for between 50 cents and $15. Distributors sold the products to schools for use in science classes.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled magnets and contact United Scientific to receive a free replacement magnet.For additional information, contact United Scientific toll-free at (888) 284-8570 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or email the firm at consumeraffairs@unitedsci.com.
Shaker Guiro Instruments
Product Description The recalled shaker guiro is a ridged, cylinder-shaped percussion instrument that contains beads and is played by scraping a stick along the surface. The shaker guiro measures about 2" wide x 5" long. One end of the instrument is painted red and the other end is painted blue. The center section and stick are natural wood. "Basic Beat 5" Guiro/Shaker," "SHBB5," and "Recommended for Ages 6+" are printed on the packaging.
Importer/Distributor: Antigua Winds Inc., of San Antonio, Texas
Manufactured in: Taiwan
Sold by: West Music retail stores in Iowa and Illinois, the West Music catalog, online at www.westmusic.com, and West Music booths at conventions and workshops nationwide, the Music Together Catalog, and www.musictogether.com from November 2001 through March 2008 for between $9 and $11.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled shaker guiro instrument away from children and contact West Music to arrange to receive a replacement instrument.For additional information, contact West Music at (800) 397-9378 Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT, or email the firm at service@westmusic.com.
Disney Tinker Bell Wands
Product Description: The recalled Tinker Bell wands are green and light up and sound when a button in the handle is pressed. The top of the wand has white plastic flowers, a green bow, and a pin with Tinker Bell's face on.
Importer: Hoop Retail Stores LLC, of Secaucus, N.J.
Manufactured in: China
Sold at: Disney stores nationwide from April 2007 through October 2007 for about $13.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and return it to a Disney Store for a full refund. For additional information, contact Disney Store toll-free at (866) 902-2798 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.Disneystore.com
Sure Grip Paint Brushes
Product Description: The paint brushes were sold in multi-color packages of four. Only the yellow brushes are included in the recall. The paint brushes have a rounded cylinder body with tan bristle tip brushes and measure about 4 inches in height.
Importer: Early Childhood Resources LLC, of Mt. Laurel, N.J.
Manufactured in: China
Sold by: Early Childhood Resource distributors, including teacher supply stores nationwide from May 2007 through December 2007 f0r about $4.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled paint brushes and contact Early Childhood Resources to receive a free replacement product. For additional information, contact Early Childhood Resources (888) 227-9028 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ecr4kids.com.
American Scientific Magnets
Description: This recall involves horseshoe, rectangular bar and U-shaped magnets sold primarily to schools for use in science classes. The magnets have red and blue paint on the surface of the magnet. Item numbers included in the recall are:
Item Number Description Sizes
3101-01, 02, 20 Bar-shaped Steel 75mm x 12mm x 5mm,100mm x 12mm x 5mm,150mm x 19mm x 7mm,200mm,150mm X 15mm X 10mm
3102-01, 02, 03, 04 Horseshoe-shaped Steel 50mm, 75mm, 100mm, 150mm
3106-04, 06 Pair of Bar-shapedAluminum/Nickel/Cobalt 100mm X 10mm X 7mm,150mm X 19mm X 7mm
3108-01 Horseshoe-shapedAluminum/Nickel/Cobalt
3126-06 Pair of Economy, Bar-shapedAluminum/Nickel/Cobalt
AR-110 U-shaped 3.5 inches
N38 (3126-07) Bar-shaped 37mm
The item numbers are located on the product's packaging.
Sold to: Independent distributors nationwide from October 2006 through February 2008 for between $1 and $4.
Manufactured in: India
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using these products and contact American Scientific to receive a free replacement. For additional information, contact American Scientific toll-free at (866) 518-1665 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, e-mail the firm at recall@american-scientific.com, or visit the firm's Web site at www.american-scientific.com.
Floppy Friends Horse Toys
Product Description: The recalled horse toy has a push up base. When the base is pushed up, the toy horse is floppy. When released, the toy horse stands straight. The horse is brown and white and the base is green with orange, red flowers and dark blue flowers.
Importer: Toy Investments Inc., d/b/a Toysmith, of Auburn, Wash.
Manufactured in: China
Sold at: Hobby stores, gas stations, gift shops and toy stores nationwide from February 2008 through April 2008 for about $4.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund. For additional information, contact Toy Investments Inc. at (800) 356-0474 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Website at www.toysmith.com.
Cowboy on a Horse Little Rider Toys
Product Description: This recall includes a battery operated cowboy riding a horse toy. The model number 8610B is located on the product packaging. The horse and rider together measure about 8.5 inches in height by 7.5 inches in length. The rider is wearing blue pants and a red shirt and the horse is brown. Only Little Rider Toys with UPC code 603678086101 printed on the product packaging are included in the recall.
Importer: Master Toys & Novelties Inc., of Los Angeles, California
Manufactured in: China
Sold at: Dollar and discount stores nationwide from April 2007 through January 2008 for between $5 and $7.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take these recalled toys away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund. For additional information, contact Master Toys & Novelties Inc. at (800) 237-5020 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Website at www.mastertoys.com.
Young children are especially at risk for lead poisoning because they often put non-food items in their mouth. Children with lead poisoning do not look sick. A blood lead test must be done to determine if a child has lead poisoning. If left untreated, lead poisoning can cause behavioral and learning problems. To have your child tested or for more information about lead poisoning prevention call your doctor or the Onondaga County Health Department Lead Poisoning Control Program at (315) 435-3271.
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