CPSCOctober 4, 2007

Kids II Baby Einstein Color Blocks recall: Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Kids II Recalls Baby Einstein Color Blocks Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Why was Kids II Baby Einstein Color Blocks recalled?

Surface paint on the blue block contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should take the recalled blue block away from children immediately and contact Kids II to receive a free replacement of the affected block. Contact: For additional information, contact Kids II toll-free at (866) 203-6788 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.kidsii.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
Baby Einstein Discover & Play Color Blocks
Company
Kids II Inc., of Alpharetta, Ga.
Quantity
About 35,000
Sold at
Various retailers and specialty stores nationwide from June 2007 through September 2007 for between $10 and $13.
Recall date
October 4, 2007
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recall involves the blue block included with the Baby Einstein Discover & Play Color Blocks, Model 30726 and Model 30881. The blocks are made of soft textures and come in different colors. Only date codes of GE7, GF7, and GG7 are included in this recall. The model number and date code are printed on the labels affixed to the green-colored block.

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