CPSCJanuary 10, 2008

Coin Banks Recalled by TJ Promotions Due to Violation: Lead

Coin Banks Recalled by TJ Promotions Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Why was Coin Banks Recalled by TJ Promotions Due to Violation recalled?

Surface paint on the coin banks 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 coin bank away from children immediately and return it to where it was received for a free replacement as soon as one is available. Contact: For additional information, contact T J Promotions toll-free at (866) 742-2493 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.tjpromo.com

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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
Fish Coin Banks
Company
TJ Promotions, of South El Monte, Calif.
Quantity
About 1,300
Sold at
The coin banks were provided as a free gift to Coastal Federal Credit Union members in North Carolina from February 2006 through September 2007.
Recall date
January 10, 2008
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves coin banks made of plaster that are shaped as a fish. The coin banks are orange with white stripes.

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