CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The largest plastic castle block maker in the kit could crack at the handle during use, creating sharp edges that can pose a laceration hazard to young children.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • November 21, 2007

Children's Snow and Sand Castle Kits by Paricon Recalled Due to Sharp Edges; Sold Exclusively at LL Bean

The recalled castle kit consists of three red plastic block makers. Only the largest block maker in the set is included in the recall. The largest block maker measures about 19 inches in length and 5 inches in width. Smaller block maker blocks and castle kits with the letter "A" on the inside of the large block maker are not included in this recall.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should stop using the large blocks and immediately take these recalled toys away from children. Letters will be sent to each customer with a replacement large castle block maker and a return mailer enclosed. In addition, the notice will be posted in L.L. Bean retail stores and on its web site, and customers can return the kit to any retail store for a replacement.

Contact Information

For additional information, please contact Paricon at (800) 873-8452 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit L.L. Bean's Web site at www.llbean.com

Recall Details

Sold At
L.L. Bean retail stores nationwide, catalogs and internet from September 2007 through October 2007 for about $30.
Injuries
No injuries have been reported.
Manufacturer
Paricon Inc., of South Paris, Maine
Recall Number
08519

Product Information

Product Name
Snow and Sand Castle Kits
Product Type
Toy Miscellaneous
Number of Units
About 800
Manufacturer Name
Paricon Inc., of South Paris, Maine
Manufactured In
United States

Register This Product

Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Website www.llbean.com
Full Contact Information

For additional information, please contact Paricon at (800) 873-8452 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit L.L. Bean's Web site at www.llbean.com