CPSCDecember 30, 2009

Wooden Toys Recalled by Kendamaspot Due to Violation of: Lead

Wooden Toys Recalled by Kendamaspot Due to Violation of Lead Paint Ban

Why was Wooden Toys Recalled by Kendamaspot Due to Violation of recalled?

The surface paint coating on the ball contains 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 toys away from children and contact Kendamaspot to receive a free replacement ball. Contact: For additional information, contact Kendamaspot toll-free at (866) 903-7795 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.kendamaspot.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
Wooden Skill Ball Toys
Company
Kendamaspot LLC, of Redmond, Wash.
Quantity
About 300
Sold at
Kendamaspot's Web site and cultural festivals in Washington State from July 2008 through April 2009 for about $20.
Recall date
December 30, 2009
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves Oozora and Shin-Fuji Kendama Japanese wooden skill toys. The toys have a ball connected by a string to a handle with three cups and spike on top. A Japanese Kendama Association sticker is affixed to the toy. The red and green balls on the Oozora and only the red balls on the Shin Fuji are included in the recall.

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