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

Wooden Skill Ball Toys

Date of Recall

2009-12-30

CPSC Release Number

10-095

Manufactured In

Japan

Company Phone Number

(866) 903-7795

Units

About 300

Distributor

Kendamaspot LLC, of Redmond, Wash.

Sold By

Kendamaspot’s Web site and cultural festivals in Washington State from July 2008 through April 2009 for about $20.

Problem/Hazard

The surface paint coating on the ball contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Injuries/Incidents

None reported.

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.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Kendamaspot to receive a free replacement ball.

Consumer 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

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