Floppy Friends Horse Toys recall 08-285

CPSC recall 08-285, announced May 22, 2008, covers Floppy Friends Horse Toys (about 300 units). Surface paint on the toy horse contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund. Recall contact: call (800) 356-0474, or go to www.toysmith.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 recalled horse toy has a push up base. When the base is pushed up, the toy horse is floppy. When released, the toy horse stands up straight. The horse is brown and white and the base is green with orange, red flowers and dark blue flowers.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

Surface paint on the toy horse contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Incidents and injuries

None reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Product and sales details

Brand: Toy Investments Inc., d/b/a Toysmith
Product type: Toys & play sets
Recall number: 08-285
Units: About 300
Manufactured in: China
Sold at / sales period: Hobby stores, gas stations, gift shops and toy stores nationwide from February 2008 through April 2008 for about $4.
Importer: Toy Investments Inc., d/b/a Toysmith, of Auburn, Wash.