Children's Art Easels Recalled by MacPherson's Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Recalled November 5, 2009 · CPSC recall 10032 · MacPherson's
Hazard
The chalkboard surface coating contains high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Remedy
Consumer should immediately take these recalled easels away from children and contact the firm to receive a free replacement chalkboard panel.
Units
About 10,000
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Description
This recall involves a children's art easel, which has a chalkboard surface on one side and a white board surface on the other side. The item number is AA13301 and the UPC number is 082435133010, which can be found on the original packaging.
What to do
Consumer should immediately take these recalled easels away from children and contact the firm to receive a free replacement chalkboard panel.
Contact
For additional information, contact MacPherson's at (866) 319-5335 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.art-alternatives.com/recall or send email to [email protected]
Product
Young Artist Easels
Manufacturer(s)
MacPherson's, of Emeryville, Calif.
Retailers
Art supply stores nationwide and online from July 2004 through June 2009 for about $75.
Made in
China
UPC
082435133010
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →