Family Dollar Stores Recalls Halloween Pails Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Purple Halloween Pails with Witch Decorations

Date of Recall
2007-10-25

CPSC Release Number
08-051

Manufactured In
China

Company Phone Number
(800) 547-0359

Units
About 142,000

Importer
Family Dollar Stores, of Charlotte, N.C.

Sold By
Family Dollar stores nationwide from August 2007 through October 2007 for about $1.

Problem/Hazard
The green paint on the pails contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Injuries/Incidents
None reported.

Description
This recall involves purple Halloween pails with a picture of a witch figure silhouetted against a green moon. The pail measures about 6 1/2 inches high. “Distributed by Family Dollar, Inc,” SKU number 1033953, and UPC number 017845000591 are printed on a label on the pail. Orange Halloween pails with black jack-o-lantern decorations are not included in this recall.

Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled Halloween pail away from children and return it to any Family Dollar store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Family Dollar at (800) 547-0359 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.familydollar.com

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