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Harry Potter Bookends Recalled By Giftco Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Recall 08-404 · September 23, 2008 · Giftco

What to doThis firm is no longer in business. The remedy is no longer available. Destroy and discard this product.

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Recall at a glance

Recall number
08-404 (CPSC)
Recall date
September 23, 2008
Brand
Giftco
Category
Other consumer products
Products
Harry Potter Bookends
Hazard
Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Hazard type
Poisoning and toxic substances
Units
About 36,000
Made in
Hong Kong
Last updated by CPSC
May 23, 2014

What was recalled

This recall involves poly-stone bookends painted and shaped in the characters of the Harry Potter book series. Bookend characters include Harry Potter, Hedwig and Hermione, and Crookshank.

Is my product affected?

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  • Harry Potter Bookends · About 36,000 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Elementary school fundraising programs, discount and dollar stores nationwide from June 2004 through January 2006 for between $3 and $28.; Giftco Inc., of Vernon Hills, Ill..

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Giftco Inc. toll-free at (888) 448-6728 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at http://mail.giftcoinc.com

Recall history and context

Giftco appears in 3 CPSC recalls on record. See all Giftco 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?

Harry Potter Bookends (About 36,000 units). This recall involves poly-stone bookends painted and shaped in the characters of the Harry Potter book series.

Why was it recalled?

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

What should I do if I own one?

This firm is no longer in business. The remedy is no longer available. Destroy and discard this product.

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