Liquidation Outlet, Inc. Recalls Action Figure Toys Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard; Sold Exclusively at Dollar Stores
CPSC recall 09332 · announced August 27, 2009 · Liquidation Outlet · 8,400 units affected
The product
The Force Soldier playsets come in a plastic bag with SKU number 70134 printed on the header card. The soldiers (two per bag) are 5" in height and come with an airplane, machine guns and a tropical tree. The Pirate Expeditions come in blister packs in two styles with the SKU number 70136 printed on the header cards. Pirate Expedition figures are 6.5" in height and have assorted accessories including a parrot or a treasure chest.
The hazard
The action figure toys have surface paints which contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should take the recalled products away from young children immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or exchange for another toy.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): No injuries were reported.
Sold at: Dollar Stores in Washington and Oregon States from September 2007 through July 2009 for $1.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Liquidation Outlet, Inc. toll-free at (877) 257-5990 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or email info@loidistributing.com, or visit one of the Dollar Stores in person.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.