CPSCNovember 5, 2009

Children's Art Easels Recalled by MacPherson's Due to: Lead

Children's Art Easels Recalled by MacPherson's Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Why was Children's Art Easels Recalled by MacPherson's Due to recalled?

The chalkboard surface coating contains high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumer should immediately take these recalled easels away from children and contact the firm to receive a free replacement chalkboard panel. Contact: For additional information, contact MacPherson's at (866) 319-5335 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.art-alternatives.com/recall or send email to [email protected]

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: 082435133010

Product
Young Artist Easels
Company
MacPherson's, of Emeryville, Calif.
Quantity
About 10,000
Sold at
Art supply stores nationwide and online from July 2004 through June 2009 for about $75.
Recall date
November 5, 2009
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves a children's art easel, which has a chalkboard surface on one side and a white board surface on the other side. The item number is AA13301 and the UPC number is 082435133010, which can be found on the original packaging.

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