"We are pleased that the CPSC has taken action to get dangerous products out of kids' hands," said Kate Lehman, program associate with Illinois PIRG. "Lead is a dangerous neurotoxin that has no business in children's products. Once fully implemented, third party product testing and certification should keep toxic toys out of stores and toy boxes in the first place."
"We look forward to working with the CPSC to continue making toys and other products safe for children," said Lehman.
(Press Release from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission)
Children's "Big Rex and Friends" Cloth Books Recalled Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following products. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: "Big Rex and Friends" Cloth Books
Units: About 204,000
Importer: St. Martin's Press LLC, of New York, N.Y.
Hazard: 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.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
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.
Sold at: Barnes and Noble, Toys "R" Us, Amazon, Borders and other bookstores and retailers nationwide from May 2004 through October 2009 for about $9.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled book away from children and contact St. Martin's Press for instructions on returning the book for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact St. Martin's Press at (800) 347-9411 or visit the firm's Web site at Note: CPSC was alerted to this hazard by the U.S. PIRG
