Wooden Toys Recalled by Kendamaspot Due to Violation of Lead Paint Ban
CPSC recall 10095 · announced December 30, 2009 · Kendamaspot · 300 units affected
The product
This recall involves Oozora and Shin-Fuji Kendama Japanese wooden skill toys. The toys have a ball connected by a string to a handle with three cups and spike on top. A Japanese Kendama Association sticker is affixed to the toy. The red and green balls on the Oozora and only the red balls on the Shin Fuji are included in the recall.
The hazard
The surface paint coating on the ball contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Kendamaspot to receive a free replacement ball. Remedy type: Replace
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Kendamaspot's Web site and cultural festivals in Washington State from July 2008 through April 2009 for about $20.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Kendamaspot toll-free at (866) 903-7795 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.kendamaspot.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.