Antioch Publishing Recalls Bookmarks and Journals Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Recalled October 4, 2007 · CPSC recall 08010 · Antioch Publishing

Hazard

Paint on the spiral metal bindings of the journals, clip of the bookmarks and the clear coating on the marquis bookmarks and bracelets contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint ban.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the bookmarks and journals away from children and contact Antioch Publishing for a refund.

Units

About 150,000

Incidents / injuries

None reported.

Description

This recall involves various designs of bookmarks and journals from Antioch Publishing's Signature Collection. The character-themed bookmarks and journals include the following designs: Clip Bookmarks Winnie the Pooh (© Disney) Star Coffee Lady Bug & Flower Sun & Rainbow Follow Him & Cross Hope & Courage Sun & Moon Monkey & Bananas Marquis Bookmarks Dragon Hugging Cat Bookmarks Sold with Bracelets Mother's Touch Breast Cancer Journals Cherry Blossoms Sweetheart Sassy

What to do

Consumers should immediately take the bookmarks and journals away from children and contact Antioch Publishing for a refund.

Contact

For additional information, contact Antioch Publishing at (800) 543-1515 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.antioch.com

Product

Bookmarks and Journals

Imported by

Antioch Publishing, of Yellow Springs, Ohio

Retailers

Book, card and gift stores nationwide from March 2005 through October 2007 for between $4 and $14.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →