CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The multicolored sidewalk chalk contains high levels of lead, posing a risk of poisoning to young children. The Wisconsin Department of Health tested the chalk and identified the lead in the chalk.
CPSC, Target Corporation Announce Recall of Multicolored Sidewalk Chalk
The sidewalk chalk is packaged in plastic that is molded to five sticks of chalk and a cardboard backing that is labeled "Double Dipp'n Fun." Each stick of chalk is triangular shaped and multicolored, with three colors layered together (green, red, yellow, or blue). This recall does not affect solid color chalk sold in the same packaging.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should return the multicolored sidewalk chalk to Target stores for a refund.
Contact Information
Call Target Corporation at (800) 440-0680 between 7 am and 6 pm CT, Monday through Friday, or go to the company's website at www.target.com
Recall Details
Sold At
The sidewalk chalk was sold at Target stores, from March 2003 to July 2003, for about $1 per package.
Injuries
None.
Manufacturer
Agglo Corporation, of Hong Kong
Recall Number
04032
Product Information
Product Name
Multicolored Sidewalk Chalk
Product Type
Crayons & Chalk
Number of Units
26,000 packages
Manufacturer Name
Agglo Corporation, of Hong Kong
Imported By
Target Corporation, of Minneapolis, Minn.
Manufactured In
China