S T U F F and Paw Wall Hooks Recalled By Midwest-CBK Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 10-357 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- September 29, 2010
- Brand
- Midwest-CBK
- Category
- Other consumer products
- Products
- S T U F F and Paw Wall Hooks
- Hazard
- Violation of Lead Paint Standard
- Hazard type
- Poisoning and toxic substances
- Units
- 4450
- Made in
- China
- Last updated by CPSC
- July 19, 2016
What was recalled
The wall hook sets were sold in three models: model numbers 74641 and 74642, constructed of five separate wooden letters spelling out the word "S T U F F" and model number 65262 consisting of four separate, different colored wooden paws. Model number 74641 has a Purple S, a Red T, an Orange U, a Green F and a Pink F. Model number 74642 has an Olive S, a Blue T, a Yellow U, a White-striped F, and a Blue F. Attached to each letter is a painted metal coat hook with a painted wooden ball at the end. Each letter is approximately 4 inches long, 3/4 inches wide and 9 ¾ inches tall. Model number 65262 has four separate paw-shaped wooden pieces of different colors -- red, blue, green and pink. Attached to each paw is a wooden peg with a wooden ball at the end. The "S T U F F" wall hook sets have a label on the back of the letter "S" that includes the models 74641 or 74642. The Paw wall hook sets have the model number 65262 on the outside of the box.
Is my product affected?
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- S T U F F and Paw Wall Hooks · 4450 units
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Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Gift stores, drug stores, furniture stores, décor outlets and variety stores nationwide from December 2008 through August 2010 for between $10 and $30.; Midwest-CBK, Inc., of Union City, Tenn..
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Midwest-CBK toll-free at (800) 422-5583 between 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.
Recall history and context
Midwest-CBK appears in 5 CPSC recalls on record. See all Midwest-CBK 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?
S T U F F and Paw Wall Hooks (4450 units). The wall hook sets were sold in three models: model numbers 74641 and 74642, constructed of five separate wooden letters spelling out the word "S T U F F" and model number 65262 consisting of four separate, different colored wooden paws.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Violation of Lead Paint Standard.
What should I do if I own one?
The wall hook set should be returned to Midwest-CBK for a full refund. Contact Midwest-CBK at the number provided below to receive a prepaid shipping label and merchandise credit.
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