Woodstock Percussion Inc. Recalls Toy Drums Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
CPSC recall 09076 · announced December 23, 2008 · Woodstock Percussion · 2,800 units affected
The product
The recalled steel drum is made of steel and comes with two wooden drum sticks and a wooden stand. The sides of the drums are painted red. The drum pan is painted black with silver markings to show the location of notes. Each rim is stamped with a #5 or #6. Not all drums stamped with a #5 are affected by this recall.
The hazard
Surface paint on the recalled toy drums contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately take the recalled steel drum away from children and return it to Woodstock Percussion for a replacement drum and a $5 credit or payment.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Mail order catalogues, Web sites and retail stores nationwide from December 2006 through December 2007 for between $50 and $100.
Consumer contact: For more information, consumers can contact Woodstock Percussion toll-free at (866) 543-2848 anytime, e-mail safety@chimes.com, or visit the firm's Web site at www.woodstockpercussion.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.