CPSC recall 07-196, announced May 30, 2007, covers The Boyds Collection Eli's Small Drums and Liberty's Large Drums (about 4,500 units). The red paint on the drums contains high levels of lead. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately take the recalled decorative toy drums away from children and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. Recall contact: call (877) 772-3277, or email safety@boydsstuff.com.
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Which products are included?
The recalled decorative toy drums are made of wood and come with two wooden drum sticks. The sides of the drums are painted blue with white stars and the tops and bottoms feature an antique U.S. flag decoration. The Eli's Small Drum measures 4 ¾ inches in diameter and 3 ½ inches tall. The Liberty's Large Drum measures 6 ¾ inches in diameter and 4 inches tall. The Eli's Small Drum has item number 654933 printed on its hangtag and packaging. The Liberty's Large Drum has item number 654934 printed on its hangtag and packaging. The drums are packaged and sold separately.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The red paint on the drums contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled decorative toy drums away from children and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- The Boyds Collection
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 07-196
- Units
- About 4,500
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Gift and collectible stores nationwide from June 2005 through April 2007 for about $15.
- Importer
- The Boyds Collection Ltd., of McSherrystown, Pa.
Eli's Small Drums and Liberty's Large Drums
CPSC product type: Toy Musical Instruments
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact The Boyds Collection Ltd. toll-free at (877) 772-3277 ext.2179 anytime, e-mail safety@boydsstuff.com, or visit the firm's Web site atwww.boydsstuff.com
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