Floppy Friends Horse Toys Recalled by Toy Investments Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
CPSC recall 08285 · announced May 22, 2008 · Toy Investments Inc., D/b/a Toysmith · 300 units affected
The product
The recalled horse toy has a push up base. When the base is pushed up, the toy horse is floppy. When released, the toy horse stands up straight. The horse is brown and white and the base is green with orange, red flowers and dark blue flowers.
The hazard
Surface paint on the toy horse contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Hobby stores, gas stations, gift shops and toy stores nationwide from February 2008 through April 2008 for about $4.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Toy Investments Inc. at (800) 356-0474 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Website at www.toysmith.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.