CPSCAugust 27, 2009

Liquidation Outlet, Inc. Action Figure Toys recall: Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Liquidation Outlet, Inc. Recalls Action Figure Toys Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard; Sold Exclusively at Dollar Stores

Why was Liquidation Outlet, Inc. Action Figure Toys recalled?

The action figure toys have surface paints which contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should take the recalled products away from young children immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or exchange for another toy. Contact: For additional information, contact Liquidation Outlet, Inc. toll-free at (877) 257-5990 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or email [email protected], or visit one of the Dollar Stores in person.

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
Force Soldier Playsets, Pirate Expeditions with Parrot, and Pirate Expeditions with Treasure
Company
Liquidation Outlet, Inc., of Lakewood, Wash.
Quantity
About 8,400
Sold at
Dollar Stores in Washington and Oregon States from September 2007 through July 2009 for $1.
Recall date
August 27, 2009
Incidents / injuries
No injuries were reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The Force Soldier playsets come in a plastic bag with SKU number 70134 printed on the header card. The soldiers (two per bag) are 5" in height and come with an airplane, machine guns and a tropical tree. The Pirate Expeditions come in blister packs in two styles with the SKU number 70136 printed on the header cards. Pirate Expedition figures are 6.5" in height and have assorted accessories including a parrot or a treasure chest.

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