Halloween "Ugly Teeth" Recalled By Amscan Inc. Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
CPSC recall 08059 · announced October 31, 2007 · Amscan · 43,000 units affected
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.
The hazard
The surface paint on the teeth contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately take the recalled Halloween teeth away from children and return them to the place where purchased for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Various retailers nationwide from January 2006 through October 2007 for about $2.
Consumer 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
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.