Daiso Recalls Children's Toys, Purses and Pen Cases Due to Violation of Lead Paint and Phthalate Limits

Children’s Toys, Purses and Pen Cases

Date of Recall
2009-10-06

CPSC Release Number
10-004

Manufactured In
China and Vietnam

Company Phone Number
(888) 580-8841

Units
About 130

Importer
Daiso California LLC, of Burlingame, Calif.

Sold By
Daiso stores in California from March 2008 through May 2009 for between $1 and $4.

Problem/Hazard
The surface paint on the balancing toys and zippers of the purses and pen cases contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint ban. The inflatable baseball bat toys contain excessive levels of DEHP, violating the federal phthalate standard.

Injuries/Incidents
None reported.

Description
This recall involves balancing toys in the shape of dragonflies, children's purses in the shape of the head of a lion, frog or bear, children's purses with rainbow stripes, children's pen cases shaped like a piece of candy with stitching "cool ice cream," "sweet cake," or "fad hamburger" on the front, and inflatable baseball bats with "Home Run" printed on the side. Daiso is printed on the product's packaging.

Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled products away from children and contact Daiso for a free replacement product or a full refund.

Consumer Contact
: For more information, contact Daiso toll-free at (888) 580-8841 between 9:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firms’ Web site at www.daisorecall.com

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