Friday, March 12, 2010

Children's Greeting Cards with Bracelets Recalled Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Released: Tuesday, February 02, 2010 by CPSC

Feb

2

2010
The surface paint coating on the bracelets sold with greeting cards contain excessive levels of lead violating the federal lead paint standard.

Recall Details

Product

Papyrus Brand Greeting Cards with bracelets

Description

This recall involves Papyrus brand children’s greeting cards sold with an attached wooden bead bracelet. The front of the card says “Happy Birthday To You” and includes an attached bead in the shape of a heart with the word “smile” printed on it. The colorful bracelet includes wooden beads with one in the shape of a butterfly. The back of the greeting card reads, “BD 63401 | © Jean Card & Gift Company” and the card insert reads, “USA $6.95 | CAN $10.50 | Made in China | © Jean Card & Gift Company” and includes UPC number 734524634013 in the lower right hand corner.

Hazards

The surface paint coating on the bracelets sold with greeting cards contain excessive levels of lead violating the federal lead paint standard.

Incidents

None reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the bracelet and contact Schurman Fine Papers for instructions on how to receive a refund.


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