Recall 09-158, published March 18, 2009
FloraCraft Solar System Kits and DNA Kits
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
SS2003The model number is located on the kit's packaging.
Which products are included?
This recall involves the "Solar System" and the "DNA" children's educational craft kits sold under the FloraCraft and HYGLOSS brand names. The kits contain green coated wires that measure 14 ½ inches long and Styrofoam shapes. The following model numbers are included in this recall. The model number is located on the kit's packaging. Craft Kits Model Number Solar System Kit SS2003 SS101 59901 SS2003P DNA Kit DNA2003 59903 DNA2003P
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The surface coating on the educational kit's wires can contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take the craft kit's wires away from children and contact FloraCraft to obtain free replacements.
- Brand
- FloraCraft
- Recall published
- March 18, 2009
- Category
- Children & Toys
- Units
- About 930,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Wal-Mart, Michaels, Jo-Ann Stores, Hobby Lobby and other retailers nationwide from January 2003 through February 2009 for between $10 and $30.
