CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The paint on the metal spiral bindings of the address books and journals can contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint ban. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • August 22, 2007

Martin Designs Inc. Recalls SpongeBob SquarePants™ Character Address Books and Journals Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

The recall involves address books and journals with SpongeBob SquarePants™ character on the front cover and a black metal spiral binding. The UPC numbers (80773007505 for the address book and 80773002260 and 80773075501 for the journal) are printed on the back covers.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should immediately take the recalled address books and journals away from children. Consumers should remove the UPC as proof of ownership and contact Martin Designs Inc. for a full refund.

Contact Information

For additional information, contact Martin Designs Inc. toll-free at (866) 898-0261 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.martindesigns-ltd.com

Recall Details

Sold At
Retail stores nationwide from June 2006 through July 2007 for about $2.
Injuries
None.
Recall Number
07283

Product Information

Product Name
SpongeBob SquarePants™ Address Books and Journals
Product Type
Journals & Calendars
Number of Units
About 250,000
Imported By
Martin Designs Inc., of Ashland, Ohio
Manufactured In
China

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Full Contact Information

For additional information, contact Martin Designs Inc. toll-free at (866) 898-0261 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.martindesigns-ltd.com