CPSC, Toys “R” Us, Inc. Announce Recall of Solid-colored and Multi-colored Sidewalk Chalk

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Recall Category: Kids Recalls

Recall Date: 2003-11-24T00:00:00

Product: Multi-colored and solid-colored sidewalk chalk

Company: Agglo Corporation, Hong Kong (China)

Hazard: The multi-colored and solid-colored sidewalk chalk contains high levels of lead, posing a risk of poisoning to young children.

Description: The sidewalk chalk is packaged in a clear-plastic backpack-type carrying case with these words on the label: "Chalk To Go…Totally Me!…24 pieces, sidewalk chalk in different colors, fun chalk shapes." The label on the package also says "Conforms to ASTM- D4236." The sidewalk chalk comes in several shapes: butterfly, spider, ice cream cone, bottle, cylinder, and triangular stick. The chalk pieces are solid-colored or multi-colored, including red, blue, green, yellow, and purple.

Remedy: Return the sidewalk chalk to Toys "R" Us for a refund.

Incidents / Injuries: None.

Recall Number: 04038

Product Type: Toys / Play Products, Feeding / Teething Products

Hazard Type: Chemical / Toxicity Hazard

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