CPSCOctober 31, 2007

Halloween "Ugly Teeth" Recalled By Amscan Inc. Due to: Lead

Halloween "Ugly Teeth" Recalled By Amscan Inc. Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Why was Halloween "Ugly Teeth" Recalled By Amscan Inc. Due to recalled?

The surface paint on the teeth contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately take the recalled Halloween teeth away from children and return them to the place where purchased for a full refund. Contact: For additional information, contact Amscan Inc. at (800) 335-7585 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.amscan.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 lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

UPC: 048419616634, 048419650027

Product
Ugly Teeth Party Favors
Company
Amscan Inc., of Elmsford, N.Y.
Quantity
About 43,000
Sold at
Various retailers nationwide from January 2006 through October 2007 for about $2.
Recall date
October 31, 2007
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The fake Halloween teeth are painted white, black and orange with brown gums. They were sold as party favors in packages of eight. "Ugly Teeth," "Amscan," "Party Favors," "Value Pack Party Favors," UPC 0-48419-65002-7 and UPC 0-48419-61663-4 are printed on the packaging.

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