Martin Designs Inc. Recalls SpongeBob SquarePants™ Character Address Books and Journals Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2007-08-22 · 07283
Hazards
The paint on the metal spiral bindings of the address books and journals can contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint ban. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Recall
Number
07283
Date
2007-08-22
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
SpongeBob SquarePants™ Address Books and Journals
Companies
Retailer(s)
Retail stores nationwide from June 2006 through July 2007 for about $2.
Importer(s)
Martin Designs Inc., of Ashland, Ohio
Country of manufacture
China
Description
The recall involves address books and journals with SpongeBob SquarePants™ character on the front cover and a black metal spiral binding. The UPC numbers (80773007505 for the address book and 80773002260 and 80773075501 for the journal) are printed on the back covers.