Antioch Publishing Recalls Additional Bookmarks Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
CPSC recall 08032 · announced October 17, 2007 · Antioch Publishing · 200,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves various designs of the Cool Clip and Mini Cool Clip bookmarks. The themed metals bookmarks include the following designs: Cool Clips™ Bookmarks Sun (two styles) Daisy/Believe Tiki Flip Flop Lady Bug Music Symbol SHH! Mini Cool Clips™ Bookmarks Flower & Tiki Peace Flower & Yin Yang Lighthouse & Sailboat
The hazard
Paint on the clip of the bookmarks contains excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately take the bookmarks away from children and contact Antioch Publishing for a refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Book, card and gift stores nationwide from April 2003 through October 2007 for about $4.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Antioch Publishing at (800) 543-1515 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.antioch.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.