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Discount School Supply Recalls Paint Brushes Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Reported: November 21, 2007 Initiated: November 21, 2007 #08090

Product Description

The recall involves a set of six "shaving-style" brushes, which are about 4 inches long. The brushes' handles are painted blue, purple, orange, yellow, lime green, and pink. The item number #SHVBRSH is printed on the product's packaging. Brush sets with handles in brown, dark blue, red, green, blue, and black are not included in this recall. The recalled brushes were also included with the "BioColor® Foam Paint Starter Kit" and "Colorations® Foam Paint Starter Kit."

Reason for Recall

Surface paint on the brush handles can contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the brushes immediately and contact Discount School Supply to receive a free replacement brush set.

Details

Units Affected
About 20,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Discount-School-Supply-Recalls-Paint-Brushes-Due-to-Violation-of-Lead-Paint-Standard

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recall involves a set of six "shaving-style" brushes, which are about 4 inches long. The brushes' handles are painted blue, purple, orange, yellow, lime green, and pink. The item number #SHVBRSH is printed on the product's packaging. Brush sets with handles in brown, dark blue, red, green, blue, and black are not included in this recall. The recalled brushes were also included with the "BioColor® Foam Paint Starter Kit" and "Colorations® Foam Paint Starter Kit.". Units affected: About 20,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Surface paint on the brush handles can contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using the brushes immediately and contact Discount School Supply to receive a free replacement brush set.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 21, 2007. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 08090.

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