Coin Banks Recalled by TJ Promotions Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

CPSC recall 08158 · announced January 10, 2008 · Tj Promotions · 1,300 units affected

The product

This recall involves coin banks made of plaster that are shaped as a fish. The coin banks are orange with white stripes.

The hazard

Surface paint on the coin banks contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

What to do (per CPSC)

Consumers should take the recalled coin bank away from children immediately and return it to where it was received for a free replacement as soon as one is available.

Official CPSC recall notice →

Notes

Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: The coin banks were provided as a free gift to Coastal Federal Credit Union members in North Carolina from February 2006 through September 2007.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact T J Promotions toll-free at (866) 742-2493 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.tjpromo.com

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.