Thomas and Friends, Curious George and Other Spinning Tops and Tin Pails Recalled By Schylling Associates Due To Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 07-282 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- August 22, 2007
- Brand
- Schylling Associates
- Category
- Other consumer products
- Products
- Spinning Tops and Tin Pails
- Hazard
- Violation of Lead Paint Standard
- Hazard type
- Choking and ingestionPoisoning and toxic substances
- Units
- About 66,000 spinning tops and about 4,700 pails
- Made in
- China
- Last updated by CPSC
- May 23, 2014
What was recalled
The recalled tops and pails are primarily metal and have wooden handles. The tops are painted with Thomas and Friends, Curious George, or a circus scene. The pails are painted with Thomas and Friends, Curious George, or in a solid red or yellow color. Tops with plastic handles are not included in this recall.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Spinning Tops and Tin Pails · About 66,000 spinning tops and about 4,700 pails units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Specialty toy stores and gift shops nationwide from July 2001 through September 2002. The tops were sold for about $13. The pails were sold for about $6.; Schylling Associates Inc., of Rowley, Mass..
Injuries or incidents reported
None.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Schylling at (800) 767-8697 between 9 am and 5 pm ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.schylling.com
Recall history and context
Schylling Associates appears in 8 CPSC recalls on record. See all Schylling Associates recalls.
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 399 recalls in the other consumer products category, 68 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Spinning Tops and Tin Pails (About 66,000 spinning tops and about 4,700 pails units). The recalled tops and pails are primarily metal and have wooden handles.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Violation of Lead Paint Standard.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Schylling to receive a refund or free replacement toy.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on May 23, 2014. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.