CPSC, Raymond Geddes & Co. Inc. Announce Recall of Velcro Wallets
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2001-07-10 · 01190
Hazards
The zipper pull in the wallet contains lead, which can present a risk of lead poisoning to young children.
Recall
Number
01190
Date
2001-07-10
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Children's Velcro wallets
Companies
Retailer(s)
Toy stores nationwide sold these wallets, from August 1998 through April 2001, for about $1.
Importer(s)
Raymond Geddes & Co. Inc., of Baltimore, Md.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
The wallets are 3.5 by 5 inches when closed and have a Velcro closing flap. They come in various solid colors on the outside of the wallet and multiple colors on the inside. They have black trim around the edges and between the pockets. The wallet contains five pockets, one of which contains a zipper. The backing on the largest pocket is yellow. Each wallet contains a tag that states "MADE IN CHINA."