CPSCMay 22, 2008

Sure Grip Paint Brushes Recalled by Early Childhood: Lead

Sure Grip Paint Brushes Recalled by Early Childhood Resources Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Why was Sure Grip Paint Brushes Recalled by Early Childhood recalled?

Surface paint on the handle of the yellow paint brushes contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled paint brushes and contact Early Childhood Resources to receive a free replacement product. Contact: For additional information, contact Early Childhood Resources (888) 227-9028 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ecr4kids.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
Yellow Sure Grip Paint Brushes
Company
Early Childhood Resources LLC, of Mt. Laurel, N.J.
Quantity
About 900
Sold at
Early Childhood Resources distributors, including teacher supply stores nationwide from May 2007 through December 2007 for about $4.
Recall date
May 22, 2008
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The paint brushes were sold in multi-color packages of four. Only the yellow brushes are included in the recall. The paint brushes have a rounded cylinder body with tan bristle tip brushes and measure about 4 inches in height.

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