Woodstock Percussion Inc. Recalls Toy Drums Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Calypso Steel Drums

Date of Recall
2008-12-23

CPSC Release Number
09-076

Manufactured In
Trinidad

Company Phone Number
(866) 543-2848

Units
About 2,800

Manufacturer
Woodstock Percussion Inc., of Shokan, N.Y.

Sold By
Mail order catalogues, Web sites and retail stores nationwide from December 2006 through December 2007 for between $50 and $100.

Problem/Hazard
Surface paint on the recalled toy drums contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Injuries/Incidents
None reported.

Description
The recalled steel drum is made of steel and comes with two wooden drum sticks and a wooden stand. The sides of the drums are painted red. The drum pan is painted black with silver markings to show the location of notes. Each rim is stamped with a #5 or #6. Not all drums stamped with a #5 are affected by this recall.

Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled steel drum away from children and return it to Woodstock Percussion for a replacement drum and a $5 credit or payment.

Consumer Contact
For more information, consumers can contact Woodstock Percussion toll-free at (866) 543-2848 anytime, e-mail [email protected], or visit the firm’s Web site at www.woodstockpercussion.com

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