Harry Potter Bookends Recalled By Giftco Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
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?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- 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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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.