CPSCJanuary 27, 2009

Discount School Supply Jesus Fish Beads recall: Violation of Lead Paint

Discount School Supply Recalls Jesus Fish Beads Due to Violation of Lead Paint

Why was Discount School Supply Jesus Fish Beads recalled?

Surface paint on the green fish can contain 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 beads away from children and contact Discount School Supply for a refund or exchange. Contact: For additional information, contact Discount School Supply 1 (800) 606-3807 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at http://www.discountschoolsupply.com/SafetyInformation

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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
Jesus Fish Beads
Company
Discount School Supply, of Monterey, CA
Quantity
About 500
Sold at
Discount School Supply's Web site from August 2006 through December 2008 for about $5.
Recall date
January 27, 2009
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recalled Jesus fish beads were sold in packages of 100 in five assorted colors (red, black, purple, light blue and green) with the word "Jesus" printed on each. The beads measure about 2 inches in length each.

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