J.C. Penney Recalls Deluxe Art Sets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Deluxe Wood Art Sets

Date of Recall
2007-10-11

CPSC Release Number
08-023

Manufactured In
Taiwan and Vietnam

Company Phone Number
(888) 333-6063

Units
About 19,000

Importer
J.C. Penney, of Plano, Texas

Sold By
The J.C. Penney catalog and Web site from September 2005 through August 2007 for about $40.

Problem/Hazard
Surface paint on the outside of the wooden box contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Injuries/Incidents
None reported.

Description
The recalled art set consists of a wooden box with several pull-out trays containing 177 different art items, including paints and brushes.

Remedy
Consumers should take the recalled products away from young children immediately and return it to any J.C. Penney store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact
For further information, contact J.C. Penney toll-free at (888) 333-6063 anytime, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.jcp.com

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