CPSCSeptember 26, 2007

Children's Toy Rakes Sold Exclusively at Jo-Ann Fabric and recall: Violation of Lead in Paint Standard

Children's Toy Rakes Sold Exclusively at Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores Recalled Due to Violation of Lead in Paint Standard

Why was Children's Toy Rakes Sold Exclusively at Jo-Ann Fabric and recalled?

Surface paint on the handle of the rake can contain excessive levels of lead paint, violating the federal lead paint standard.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy rake away from children and return it to any Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Store for a full refund. Contact: For additional information, contact Jo-Ann Stores Inc. toll-free at (888) 739-4120, option 7, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email the firm at [email protected], or visit the firm's Web site at www.joann.com

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Children's Toy Rake
Company
Jo-Ann Stores Inc., of Hudson, Ohio
Quantity
About 16,000
Sold at
Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores nationwide from January 2007 through September 2007 for about $7.
Recall date
September 26, 2007
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recalled children's rake has a green handle with a yellow duck head attached to the handle. The rake has seven purple tines, also known as teeth. The rake is about 24 inches long. "Robbie Ducky™ Garden Collection Rake" is printed on a tag attached to the handle.

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