CPSC, Target Announce Recall of Jumbo Pencils with Sharpeners
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2005-10-18 · 06009
Hazards
The sharpener's razor blade is exposed when the cover is removed. Also, the pencil sharpener hole is large enough to allow a finger to fit inside. This poses a laceration hazard to children and adults.
Recall
Number
06009
Date
2005-10-18
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Jumbo Pencils with Sharpeners
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn.
Retailer(s)
Target Stores nationwide from July 2005 through August 2005 for about $1.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
The jumbo pencil has a red eraser on the end and comes with a pencil sharpener. Pencils are either short, 8 ½ inches long and one inch wide, or long, 15 inches long and ½ inch wide. The pencils are blue, red or striped. The sharpeners are pink or blue and come in a clear plastic pouch. Model number 70505 is printed on the pouch.