CPSC recall 01-190, announced July 10, 2001, covers Raymond Geddes Children's Velcro wallets (about 55,000 units). The zipper pull in the wallet contains lead, which can present a risk of lead poisoning to young children. Consumers should immediately take these wallets away from children, and return the wallets to the store where purchased, for a refund. Recall contact: call (800) 533-6273, go to www.raymondgeddes.com, or email consumeraffairs@raymondgeddes.com.
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Which products are included?
The wallets are 3.5 by 5 inches when closed and have a Velcro closing flap. They come in various solid colors on the outside of the wallet and multiple colors on the inside. They have black trim around the edges and between the pockets. The wallet contains five pockets, one of which contains a zipper. The backing on the largest pocket is yellow. Each wallet contains a tag that states "MADE IN CHINA."
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The zipper pull in the wallet contains lead, which can present a risk of lead poisoning to young children.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and Raymond Geddes & Co. Inc. have not received reports of any injuries relating to these wallets. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take these wallets away from children, and return the wallets to the store where purchased, for a refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Raymond Geddes
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 01-190
- Units
- About 55,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Toy stores nationwide sold these wallets, from August 1998 through April 2001, for about $1.
- Importer
- Raymond Geddes & Co. Inc., of Baltimore, Md.
Children's Velcro wallets
CPSC product type: Clothing Accessories
Recall contact information
For more information, call Raymond Geddes & Co. at (800) 533-6273 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.raymondgeddes.com. Consumers also can contact the firm by email at consumeraffairs@raymondgeddes.com
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