CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
Surface paints on the wooden handles of the tops and pails contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Thomas and Friends, Curious George and Other Spinning Tops and Tin Pails Recalled By Schylling Associates Due To Violation of Lead Paint Standard
The recalled tops and pails are primarily metal and have wooden handles. The tops are painted with Thomas and Friends, Curious George, or a circus scene. The pails are painted with Thomas and Friends, Curious George, or in a solid red or yellow color. Tops with plastic handles are not included in this recall.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Schylling to receive a refund or free replacement toy.
Contact Information
For additional information, contact Schylling at (800) 767-8697 between 9 am and 5 pm ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.schylling.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Specialty toy stores and gift shops nationwide from July 2001 through September 2002. The tops were sold for about $13. The pails were sold for about $6.
Injuries
None.
Recall Number
07282
Product Information
Product Name
Spinning Tops and Tin Pails
Product Type
Toy Miscellaneous
Number of Units
About 66,000 spinning tops and about 4,700 pails
Imported By
Schylling Associates Inc., of Rowley, Mass.
Manufactured In
China