Children's "Big Rex and Friends" Cloth Books Recalled Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
CPSC recall 10105 · announced January 8, 2010 · St. Martin's Press · 204,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves "Big Rex and Friends" cloth books. The book has a black and white striped border with a red dinosaur on the cover. The words "Big Rex and Friends" are printed on the cover. ISBN 031249260X or 9780312492601 is printed on the back of the book.
The hazard
A red plastic dot sewn in the book contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately take the recalled book away from children and contact St. Martin's Press for instructions on returning the book for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Barnes & Noble, Toys "R" Us, Amazon, Borders and other bookstores and retailers nationwide from May 2004 through October 2009 for about $9.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact St. Martin's Press at (800) 347-9411 or visit the firm's Web site at www.priddybooks.com/recall
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.