Antioch Publishing Recalls Bookmarks and Journals Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Recall 08010 · Oct 4, 2007 · Antioch Publishing
150,000
units affected
150,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 08010
- Date
- Oct 4, 2007
- Company
- Antioch Publishing
- Units affected
- 150,000
- Product
- Bookmarks and Journals
- Product type
- Books & Accessories
- Hazard
- Poisoning
The product
This recall involves various designs of bookmarks and journals from Antioch Publishing's Signature Collection. The character-themed bookmarks and journals include the following designs: Clip Bookmarks Winnie the Pooh (© Disney) Star Coffee Lady Bug & Flower Sun & Rainbow Follow Him & Cross Hope & Courage Sun & Moon Monkey & Bananas Marquis Bookmarks Dragon Hugging Cat Bookmarks Sold with Bracelets Mother's Touch Breast Cancer Journals Cherry Blossoms Sweetheart Sassy
What can happen
Paint on the spiral metal bindings of the journals, clip of the bookmarks and the clear coating on the marquis bookmarks and bracelets contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint ban.
The fix
Consumers should immediately take the bookmarks and journals away from children and contact Antioch Publishing for a refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported.
- Sold at
- Book, card and gift stores nationwide from March 2005 through October 2007 for between $4 and $14.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled bookmarks and journals?
Consumers should immediately take the bookmarks and journals away from children and contact Antioch Publishing for a refund.
What is the hazard?
Paint on the spiral metal bindings of the journals, clip of the bookmarks and the clear coating on the marquis bookmarks and bracelets contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint ban.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.