Eveready Battery Co. Recalls Toy Flashlights Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Recalled October 4, 2007 · CPSC recall 08006 · Eveready Battery
Hazard
Surface paints on the leather strap attached to the medallion squeeze light contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Remedy
Consumers should take the recalled squeeze light away from children immediately and contact the firm to receive a voucher for another Energizer-brand product.
Units
About 79,000
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Description
The recall involves "Pirates of the Caribbean" medallion squeeze lights, which is gold-colored and about 1¾ inches across. It is attached to a leather strap and metal clasp.
What to do
Consumers should take the recalled squeeze light away from children immediately and contact the firm to receive a voucher for another Energizer-brand product.
Contact
For additional information, contact Eveready at (800) 925-0628 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.Energizer.com
Product
Pirates of the Caribbean Medallion Squeeze Lights
Imported by
Eveready Battery Co., of St. Louis, Mo.
Retailers
Various retail stores and Web sites nationwide from September 2006 through October 2007 for between $4 and $6.
Made in
China
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →