Children's Art Easels Recalled by MacPherson's Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
CPSC recall 10032 · announced November 5, 2009 · Macpherson's · 10,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves a children's art easel, which has a chalkboard surface on one side and a white board surface on the other side. The item number is AA13301 and the UPC number is 082435133010, which can be found on the original packaging.
The hazard
The chalkboard surface coating contains high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumer should immediately take these recalled easels away from children and contact the firm to receive a free replacement chalkboard panel.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Art supply stores nationwide and online from July 2004 through June 2009 for about $75.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact MacPherson's at (866) 319-5335 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.art-alternatives.com/recall or send email to recall@macphersonart.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.