CPSC, Target Corporation Announce Recall of Multicolored Sidewalk Chalk
CPSC recall 04032 · announced November 13, 2003 · Agglo · 26,000 units affected
The product
The sidewalk chalk is packaged in plastic that is molded to five sticks of chalk and a cardboard backing that is labeled "Double Dipp'n Fun." Each stick of chalk is triangular shaped and multicolored, with three colors layered together (green, red, yellow, or blue). This recall does not affect solid color chalk sold in the same packaging.
The hazard
The multicolored sidewalk chalk contains high levels of lead, posing a risk of poisoning to young children. The Wisconsin Department of Health tested the chalk and identified the lead in the chalk.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should return the multicolored sidewalk chalk to Target stores for a refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None.
Sold at: The sidewalk chalk was sold at Target stores, from March 2003 to July 2003, for about $1 per package.
Consumer contact: Call Target Corporation at (800) 440-0680 between 7 am and 6 pm CT, Monday through Friday, or go to the company's website at www.target.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.