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Montessori N' Such Recalls Metal Vases, Pails and Other Containers Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Reported: March 18, 2009 Initiated: March 18, 2009 #09729

Product Description

The recalled metal containers are instructional materials for use in the classroom. The item number is printed on the product's packaging. The recall includes only the colors and item numbers listed below: Product Colors Item Numbers 8" Vases Green, Yellow P7186Y, P7186G Also sold in kits numbered: L7332K, L7336K, L7609K, L7614K, L7615K, L7618K, L7619K, L7337K, S7617K, N7753K, P7243K, P7616K, S7610K 5-1/2" Basins Green, Yellow P7158Y, P7158G Also sold in kits numbered: L7332K, L7336K, L7609K, L7614K, L7615K, L7618K, L7619K, L7337K, S7617K, N7753K, P7243K, P7616K, S7610K Watering Cans Yellow P7155Y 6" Pails Yellow, Orange P7156YE, P7156OR Also sold in kits numbered: L7332K, L7336K 4" Pails Yellow, Green P7180Y, P7180G Also sold in kits numbered: P7435, P7182K (Set of 4)

Reason for Recall

Surface paints on the products contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled products away from children and contact Montessori N' Such for a free replacement or refund. All known purchasers have been contacted.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled metal containers are instructional materials for use in the classroom. The item number is printed on the product's packaging. The recall includes only the colors and item numbers listed below: Product Colors Item Numbers 8" Vases Green, Yellow P7186Y, P7186G Also sold in kits numbered: L7332K, L7336K, L7609K, L7614K, L7615K, L7618K, L7619K, L7337K, S7617K, N7753K, P7243K, P7616K, S7610K 5-1/2" Basins Green, Yellow P7158Y, P7158G Also sold in kits numbered: L7332K, L7336K, L7609K, L7614K, L7615K, L7618K, L7619K, L7337K, S7617K, N7753K, P7243K, P7616K, S7610K Watering Cans Yellow P7155Y 6" Pails Yellow, Orange P7156YE, P7156OR Also sold in kits numbered: L7332K, L7336K 4" Pails Yellow, Green P7180Y, P7180G Also sold in kits numbered: P7435, P7182K (Set of 4). Units affected: About 1,000.
Why was this product recalled?
Surface paints on the products contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take the recalled products away from children and contact Montessori N' Such for a free replacement or refund. All known purchasers have been contacted.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 18, 2009. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09729.