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Family Dollar Stores Recalls Halloween Pails Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Reported: October 25, 2007 Initiated: October 25, 2007 #08051

Product Description

This recall involves purple Halloween pails with a picture of a witch figure silhouetted against a green moon. The pail measures about 6 1/2 inches high. "Distributed by Family Dollar, Inc," SKU number 1033953, and UPC number 017845000591 are printed on a label on the pail. Orange Halloween pails with black jack-o-lantern decorations are not included in this recall.

Reason for Recall

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

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled Halloween pail away from children and return it to any Family Dollar store for a full refund.

Details

Units Affected
About 142,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Family-Dollar-Stores-Recalls-Halloween-Pails-Due-to-Violation-of-Lead-Paint-Standard

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves purple Halloween pails with a picture of a witch figure silhouetted against a green moon. The pail measures about 6 1/2 inches high. "Distributed by Family Dollar, Inc," SKU number 1033953, and UPC number 017845000591 are printed on a label on the pail. Orange Halloween pails with black jack-o-lantern decorations are not included in this recall.. Units affected: About 142,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The green paint on the pails contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately take the recalled Halloween pail away from children and return it to any Family Dollar store for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 25, 2007. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 08051.

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