Children's "Big Rex and Friends" Cloth Books Recalled Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2010-01-08 · 10105
Hazards
A red plastic dot sewn in the book contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Recall
Number
10105
Date
2010-01-08
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Big Rex and Friends Cloth Books
Companies
Retailer(s)
Barnes & Noble, Toys "R" Us, Amazon, Borders and other bookstores and retailers nationwide from May 2004 through October 2009 for about $9.
Importer(s)
St. Martin's Press LLC, of New York, N.Y.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves "Big Rex and Friends" cloth books. The book has a black and white striped border with a red dinosaur on the cover. The words "Big Rex and Friends" are printed on the cover. ISBN 031249260X or 9780312492601 is printed on the back of the book.