CPSC recall 07-282, announced August 22, 2007, covers Schylling Associates Spinning Tops and Tin Pails (about 66,000 units). Surface paints on the wooden handles of the tops and pails contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Schylling to receive a refund or free replacement toy. Recall contact: call (800) 767-8697, or go to www.schylling.com.
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Which products are included?
The recalled tops and pails are primarily metal and have wooden handles. The tops are painted with Thomas and Friends, Curious George, or a circus scene. The pails are painted with Thomas and Friends, Curious George, or in a solid red or yellow color. Tops with plastic handles are not included in this recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Surface paints on the wooden handles of the tops and pails contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Incidents and injuries
None.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Schylling to receive a refund or free replacement toy.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Schylling Associates
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 07-282
- Units
- About 66,000 spinning tops and about 4,700 pails
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Specialty toy stores and gift shops nationwide from July 2001 through September 2002. The tops were sold for about $13. The pails were sold for about $6.
- Importer
- Schylling Associates Inc., of Rowley, Mass.
Spinning Tops and Tin Pails
CPSC product type: Toy Miscellaneous
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Schylling at (800) 767-8697 between 9 am and 5 pm ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.schylling.com
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