Toy Drums Recalled by The Boyds Collection Ltd. Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard

Recalled May 30, 2007 · CPSC recall 07196

Hazard

The red paint on the drums contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Remedy

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

Units

About 4,500

Incidents / injuries

None reported.

Description

The recalled decorative toy drums are made of wood and come with two wooden drum sticks. The sides of the drums are painted blue with white stars and the tops and bottoms feature an antique U.S. flag decoration. The Eli's Small Drum measures 4 ¾ inches in diameter and 3 ½ inches tall. The Liberty's Large Drum measures 6 ¾ inches in diameter and 4 inches tall. The Eli's Small Drum has item number 654933 printed on its hangtag and packaging. The Liberty's Large Drum has item number 654934 printed on its hangtag and packaging. The drums are packaged and sold separately.

What to do

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

Contact

For additional information, contact The Boyds Collection Ltd. toll-free at (877) 772-3277 ext.2179 anytime, e-mail [email protected], or visit the firm's Web site atwww.boydsstuff.com

Product

Eli's Small Drums and Liberty's Large Drums

Imported by

The Boyds Collection Ltd., of McSherrystown, Pa.

Retailers

Gift and collectible stores nationwide from June 2005 through April 2007 for about $15.

Made in

China

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