Children Art Easels Recalled by MacPherson Due to Violation of Lead Paint Sta
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Office of Information and Public AffairsWashington, DC 20207
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 5, 2009
Release # 10-032 Firm's Recall Hotline: (866) 319-5335
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
Children抯 Art Easels Recalled by MacPherson抯 Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
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 consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Young Artist Easels
Units: About 10,000
Manufacturer: MacPherson抯, of Emeryville, Calif.
Hazard: The chalkboard surface coating contains high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: This recall involves a children抯 art easel which has a chalkboard surface on one side and a white board surface on the other side. The item number is AA13301 and the UPC number is 082435133010 which can be found on the original packaging.
Sold at: Art supply stores nationwide and online from July 2004 through June 2009 for about $75.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumer should immediately take these recalled easels away from children and contact the firm to receive a free replacement chalkboard panel.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact MacPherson抯 at (866) 319-5335 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, visit the firm抯 Web site at www.art-alternatives.com/recall or send email to recall@macphersonart.com
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