The Land of Nod® Recalls Furniture Due to Lead Paint Hazard
Released: Tuesday, December 05, 2006 by CPSC
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), The Land of Nod®, of Northbrook, Ill., is voluntarily recalling 2,000 Antique White Furniture from the Cottage Collection. Some of the recalled furniture contains paint with high levels of lead. The lead level exceeds that allowed by the federal ban on lead-containing paint which is designed to protect children who might ingest paint chips or peelings. Lead paint is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Recall Details
Product
Antique White Furniture from the Cottage Collection
Description
The recall includes the following furniture and item numbers. The item number can be found on a label located on the back of the product. The shelf kits include one shelf and two shelf supports for use in the Low Rider Bookcase, the Double-Door Armoire or the District 28 Armoire.
| Catalog Description | Item Number | | Antique White Cottage 2-Over-4 Drawer Dresser | 0405161-AW |
| Antique White Cottage 3-Drawer Dresser | 0405181-AW |
| Antique White Cottage 7-Drawer Dresser | 0405231-AW |
| Antique White Cottage Accessory Top | 0405162-AW |
| Antique White District 28 Armoire | 0411011-AW |
| Antique White District 28 Armoire Shelf Kit | 0411012-AW |
| Antique White Double-Door Armoire | 0411031-AW |
| Antique White Double-Door Armoire Shelf Kit | 0411032-AW |
| Antique White Low Rider Bookcase | 0404241-AW |
| Antique White Low Rider Shelf Kit | 0406191-AW |
Hazards
Some of the recalled furniture contains paint with high levels of lead. The lead level exceeds that allowed by the federal ban on lead-containing paint which is designed to protect children who might ingest paint chips or peelings. Lead paint is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Incidents
None.
Remedy
Consumers should contact the Land of Nod® immediately to determine whether their furniture is included in this recall. If included in this recall, consumers should stop using the recalled furniture. The Land of Nod® will arrange for an exchange, credit or refund and offer consumers a gift card to be used toward a future purchase.
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