CPSC recall 08-130, announced December 12, 2007, covers Far East Brokers and Consultants Fishing Games (about 14,000 units). The recalled game has parts that contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately take the product away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund. Recall contact: call (877) 695-8354, or go to www.fareastbrokers.com.
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UPC or product codes
011546208270Which products are included?
The recalled Fishing Game contains a fishing pole, one large battery-operated fish, and three small wind-up fish. The UPC #011546208270 and product #25741 are printed on the product's packaging.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The recalled game has parts that contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take the product away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Recall number
- 08-130
- Units
- About 14,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Grand Union Family Markets, Southern Family Markets, P&C Stores, Publix Super Markets, and Food Lion stores nationwide from October 2007 through November 2007 for about $10.
- Importer
- Far East Brokers and Consultants Inc., of Jacksonville, Fla.
Fishing Games
CPSC product type: Games
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Far East Brokers and Consultants toll-free at (877) 695-8354 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at http://www.fareastbrokers.com/
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