CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The multi-colored and solid-colored sidewalk chalk contains high levels of lead, posing a risk of poisoning to young children.
CPSC, Toys "R" Us, Inc. Announce Recall of Solid-colored and Multi-colored Sidewalk Chalk
The sidewalk chalk is packaged in a clear-plastic backpack-type carrying case with these words on the label: "Chalk To Go...Totally Me!...24 pieces, sidewalk chalk in different colors, fun chalk shapes." The label on the package also says "Conforms to ASTM- D4236." The sidewalk chalk comes in several shapes: butterfly, spider, ice cream cone, bottle, cylinder, and triangular stick. The chalk pieces are solid-colored or multi-colored, including red, blue, green, yellow, and purple.
Required Consumer Action
Return the sidewalk chalk to Toys "R" Us for a refund.
Contact Information
Consumers may call toll-free on (866) 274-6340, 24 hours a day, Monday through Friday, or visit the Toys "R" Us website: www.toysrusinc.com
Recall Details
Sold At
The sidewalk chalk was sold at Toys "R" Us stores nationwide, from March 2003 to November 2003, for about $4.99 per package.
Injuries
None.
Manufacturer
Agglo Corporation, Hong Kong (China)
Recall Number
04038
Product Information
Product Name
Multi-colored and solid-colored sidewalk chalk
Product Type
Crayons & Chalk
Number of Units
50,000 packages
Manufacturer Name
Agglo Corporation, Hong Kong (China)
Imported By
Toys "R" Us, Inc., Paramus, NJ
Manufactured In
China