CPSC recall 12-031, announced November 2, 2011, covers Rainbow Force Plastic Products Toulouse-LapTrec magnetic sketchboards (about 95,000 units). The magnetic tip of the drawing pen can dislodge from the pen, posing a choking hazard to children. The notice cites 19 incident reports. Consumers should immediately take recalled sketchboards away from children and contact Battat to receive a free replacement sketchboard. Recall contact: call (866) 665-5524, or go to www.battatco.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 model number BX1026 (red frame) or BX1027 (brown frame) can be found on a paper wrapper that comes with the product at the time it was purchased.
Which products are included?
This recall involves the Toulouse-LapTrec magnetic sketchboard, which has a white plastic writing surface bordered by either a red or brown plastic frame, and has a bean bag type backing. The sketch board has four animal shapes across the top - a rabbit, dog, cat and duck. The multicolored magnetic pen is affixed to the front of the sketchpad. The model number BX1026 (red frame) or BX1027 (brown frame) can be found on a paper wrapper that comes with the product at the time it was purchased.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The magnetic tip of the drawing pen can dislodge from the pen, posing a choking hazard to children.
Incidents and injuries
Battat has received 19 reports of the magnetic tip separating from the pen. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take recalled sketchboards away from children and contact Battat to receive a free replacement sketchboard.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Rainbow Force Plastic Products
- Manufacturer
- Rainbow Force Plastic Products, of China
- Recall number
- 12-031
- Units
- About 95,000 in the United States and 4,300 in Canada
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Target stores nationwide and by various online retailers from March 2010 to March 2011 for about $16.
- Importer
- Battat Inc., of Plattsburgh, N.Y.
Toulouse-LapTrec magnetic sketchboards
CPSC product type: Child Arts and Crafts
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Battat toll-free at (866) 665-5524 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit Battat's website at www.battatco.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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