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Hobby Lobby Stores Recalls Halloween-Themed Baskets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Recall 08-084 · November 16, 2007 · Hobby Lobby Stores

What to doConsumers should take the baskets away from children immediately and return them to Hobby Lobby for a $2 exchange card.

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Recall at a glance

Recall number
08-084 (CPSC)
Recall date
November 16, 2007
Brand
Hobby Lobby Stores
Category
Other consumer products
Products
Halloween-Themed Baskets
Hazard
Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Hazard type
Poisoning and toxic substances
Units
About 10,000
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
May 23, 2014

What was recalled

This recall involves all 2007 Halloween-themed baskets with item number 5464201. The item number is located next to the price on the paper hangtag on the handle. The plastic baskets are either black or orange with two carrying handles. An emblem of a witch, bat or pumpkin is attached to each side of the handle. The baskets measure 3 inches wide by 6 inches long by 4 ½ inches deep.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Halloween-Themed Baskets · About 10,000 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Hobby Lobby stores nationwide from August 2007 through November 2007 for about $1.; Hobby Lobby Stores Inc., of Oklahoma City, Okla..

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Hobby Lobby at (800) 326-7931 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.hobbylobby.com

Recall history and context

Hobby Lobby Stores appears in 5 CPSC recalls on record. See all Hobby Lobby Stores 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?

Halloween-Themed Baskets (About 10,000 units). This recall involves all 2007 Halloween-themed baskets with item number 5464201.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Violation of Lead Paint Standard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should take the baskets away from children immediately and return them to Hobby Lobby for a $2 exchange card.

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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.