Children's Toy Gardening Rakes Recalled by Downeast Concepts; Violates Lead Paint Standard
CPSC recall 08183 · announced February 5, 2008 · Zhongshan Foods · 400 units affected
The product
The recalled toy gardening tool hand rake has a wooden handle and a metal yellow bottom. "Backyard and beyond Garden Tools" is printed on the toy's tag which hangs from the toy's handle.
The hazard
The paint on the gardening tool hand rake contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal standard on lead in paint on toys.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy gardening rake away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a replacement toy hand rake.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Various home improvement and toy stores nationwide from June 2007 through November 2007 for about $2.50.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Downeast Concepts toll-free at (800) 343-2424 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.backyard-beyond.com, or email the firm at productsafety@downeastconcepts.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.