Harry Potter Bookends Recalled By Giftco Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Harry Potter Bookends

Date of Recall

2008-09-23

CPSC Release Number

08-404

Manufactured In

Hong Kong

Company Phone Number

(888) 448-6728

Units

About 36,000

Importer

Giftco Inc., of Vernon Hills, Ill.

Sold By

Elementary school fundraising programs, discount and dollar stores nationwide from June 2004 through January 2006 for between $3 and $28.

Problem/Hazard

The paint on the bookends contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Injuries/Incidents

None reported.

Description

This recall involves poly-stone bookends painted and shaped in the characters of the Harry Potter book series. Bookend characters include Harry Potter, Hedwig and Hermione, and Crookshank.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled bookends away from children and return them to Giftco for a refund.

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Giftco Inc. toll-free at (888) 448-6728 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at http://mail.giftcoinc.com

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