Antioch Publishing Recalls Bookmarks and Journals Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Bookmarks and Journals

Date of Recall

2007-10-04

CPSC Release Number

08-010

Manufactured In

China

Company Phone Number

(800) 543-1515

Units

About 150,000

Importer

Antioch Publishing, of Yellow Springs, Ohio

Sold By

Book, card and gift stores nationwide from March 2005 through October 2007 for between $4 and $14.

Problem/Hazard

Paint on the spiral metal bindings of the journals, clip of the bookmarks and the clear coating on the marquis bookmarks and bracelets contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint ban.

Injuries/Incidents

None reported.

Description

This recall involves various designs of bookmarks and journals from Antioch Publishing’s Signature Collection. The character-themed bookmarks and journals include the following designs:

Clip Bookmarks
Winnie the Pooh (© Disney) Lady Bug & Flower Hope & Courage	Star Sun & Rainbow Sun & Moon	Coffee Follow Him & Cross Monkey & Bananas
Marquis Bookmarks
Dragon	Hugging Cat
Bookmarks Sold with Bracelets
Mother’s Touch	Breast Cancer
Journals
Cherry Blossoms	Sweetheart	Sassy

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the bookmarks and journals away from children and contact Antioch Publishing for a refund.

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Antioch Publishing at (800) 543-1515 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.antioch.com

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