Children's Toy Rakes Sold Exclusively at Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores Recalled Due to Violation of Lead in Paint Standard

Recalled September 26, 2007 · CPSC recall 07311

Hazard

Surface paint on the handle of the rake can contain excessive levels of lead paint, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy rake away from children and return it to any Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Store for a full refund.

Units

About 16,000

Incidents / injuries

None reported.

Description

The recalled children's rake has a green handle with a yellow duck head attached to the handle. The rake has seven purple tines, also known as teeth. The rake is about 24 inches long. "Robbie Ducky™ Garden Collection Rake" is printed on a tag attached to the handle.

What to do

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy rake away from children and return it to any Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Store for a full refund.

Contact

For additional information, contact Jo-Ann Stores Inc. toll-free at (888) 739-4120, option 7, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email the firm at [email protected], or visit the firm's Web site at www.joann.com

Product

Children's Toy Rake

Imported by

Jo-Ann Stores Inc., of Hudson, Ohio

Retailers

Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores nationwide from January 2007 through September 2007 for about $7.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →