CPSC recall 08-298, announced June 5, 2008, covers MindWare Animal Tracking Explorer Kit (about 2,200 units). The powder in the kit marked "plaster of paris" is actually calcium hydroxide, which poses a risk of skin and eye irritation to children using the product. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately take the recalled explorer kit away from children and contact MindWare to receive either a free replacement product or for a full refund. Recall contact: call (800) 588-1072, or email custserv@mindware.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.
Which products are included?
The recalled "Animal Tracking Explorer Kit" includes a bag of white powder marked "plaster of paris" which is actually calcium hydroxide. It also includes nature study tools and equipment (field lens, specimen jars and bags, labels, puff bottle, plastic gloves, spatula, cardboard strips, paper clips, mixing pot, tweezers, spoon, notebook) and Explorer Guide.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The powder in the kit marked "plaster of paris" is actually calcium hydroxide, which poses a risk of skin and eye irritation to children using the product.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled explorer kit away from children and contact MindWare to receive either a free replacement product or for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- MindWare
- Recall number
- 08-298
- Units
- About 2,200
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- The firm's Web site, www.MindWareOnline.com, and by MindWare's catalog from September 2007 through December 2007 for about $25.
- Importer
- MindWare, of Roseville, Minn.
Animal Tracking Explorer Kit
CPSC product type: Science Kits
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact MindWare at (800) 588-1072 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT, or email the firm at custserv@mindware.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
Know someone who has one?
Recalls only work when owners hear about them. Send this notice to family or friends who might own the same product.
