Children's Pencil Pouches Recalled by Raymond Geddes & Co. Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 08-096 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- November 21, 2007
- Brand
- Raymond Geddes &
- Category
- Other consumer products
- Products
- Children's Pencil Pouches
- Hazard
- Violation of Lead Paint Standard
- Hazard type
- Poisoning and toxic substances
- Units
- About 84,200
- Made in
- China
- Last updated by CPSC
- May 23, 2014
What was recalled
The recall includes "Stuff Keepers" pencil pouches and "Bear Pencil Pouches." The "Stuff Keepers" pencil pouches are clear vinyl, measure 9 inches by 6 inches, and have a green, orange, pink or blue-colored zipper. Style number 63525 is printed on the packaging. The "Bear Pencil Pouches" have soft fabric with a stuffed bear face, and measure 9 inches by 3 inches. Style number 67221 is printed on the packaging.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Children's Pencil Pouches · About 84,200 units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: School supply distributors in schools nationwide from September 1997 through October 2007 for between 50 cents and $2.; Raymond Geddes & Co., of Baltimore, Md..
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Raymond Geddes & Co. at (800) 533-6273 x1124 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.raymondgeddes.com/psa.html, or email the firm at consumeraffairs@raymondgeddes.com
Recall history and context
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?
Children's Pencil Pouches (About 84,200 units). " The "Stuff Keepers" pencil pouches are clear vinyl, measure 9 inches by 6 inches, and have a green, orange, pink or blue-colored zipper.
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 pencil pouches away from children and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. If unable to return to the store where purchased, contact Raymond Geddes & Co. directly.
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