RecalledRecall 08-020Published

Kipp Brothers Bendable Dinosaur Toys

Bendable Dinosaur Toys Recalled by Kipp Brothers for Excessive Lead

Hazard
See the notice
Units
About 10,000 units
Incidents
None reported
Remedy
See the notice

CPSC recall 08-020, announced October 11, 2007, covers Kipp Brothers Bendable Dinosaur Toys (about 10,000 units). The recalled toys pose a risk of lead exposure to young children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should take the recalled toys away from children immediately. Recall contact: call (800) 428-1153, or go to www.kipptoys.com.

What to check on the product label

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.

Which products are included?

The bendable dinosaur toys are about three inches long and come in brown, green or orange/green colors. While the toys were sold in boxes of 36, consumers may have received these products as a giveaway or promotional item from schools, libraries, churches, community groups, etc.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The recalled toys pose a risk of lead exposure to young children.

Incidents and injuries

None.

Official remedy

Consumers should take the recalled toys away from children immediately. Consumers can return the toy to the place of receipt for a free replacement toy.

Product and sales details

Product type
Toys & play sets
Recall number
08-020
Units
About 10,000
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
The Kipp Brothers' showroom, catalog and Web site from October 2006 through August 2007 for about $10 per box of 36
Distributor
Kipp Brothers, of Carmel, Ind.

Bendable Dinosaur Toys

CPSC product type: Toy Miscellaneous

Recall contact information

For additional information, contact Kipp Brothers at (800) 428-1153 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the Web site at www.kipptoys.com

Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.

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