CPSC recall 08-005, announced October 4, 2007, covers Kids II Baby Einstein Discover & Play Color Blocks (about 35,000 units). Surface paint on the blue block contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should take the recalled blue block away from children immediately and contact Kids II to receive a free replacement of the affected block. Recall contact: call (866) 203-6788, or go to www.kidsii.com.
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.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
The model number and date code are printed on the labels affixed to the green-colored block.
Which products are included?
The recall involves the blue block included with the Baby Einstein Discover & Play Color Blocks, Model 30726 and Model 30881. The blocks are made of soft textures and come in different colors. Only date codes of GE7, GF7, and GG7 are included in this recall. The model number and date code are printed on the labels affixed to the green-colored block.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Surface paint on the blue block contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should take the recalled blue block away from children immediately and contact Kids II to receive a free replacement of the affected block.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Kids II
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 08-005
- Units
- About 35,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Various retailers and specialty stores nationwide from June 2007 through September 2007 for between $10 and $13.
- Distributor
- Kids II Inc., of Alpharetta, Ga.
Baby Einstein Discover & Play Color Blocks
CPSC product type: Toy Blocks/Sorting
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Kids II toll-free at (866) 203-6788 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.kidsii.com
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