My nieces and I are supposedly going to spend the summer crafting. I went to the store to buy our supplies, only to find that the ones they liked were issued a product recall. We’re going to have to do with another kind of craft supplies but for those of you who have also bought the EKSuccess Wilton American Girl Crafts Pearly Beads & Ribbon Bracelets Kit, do know that the item is considered hazardous.

There has been no one harmed by the beads, however, which is good news, but the company is recalling the items as a precautionary measure. The items are said to be painted with harmful lead paint.

Sold between 2009 to 2011 at Michael Stores (crafting) and other selected retailers, the recall has been issued last June 10, 2011.

More details after the cut…

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This colorful toy truck with its plastic heart and circle beads attached, has been recalled by its manufacturer and the US Consumer Safety Commission. Parents are encouraged to return this product and toy stores are urged to stop selling this.

More details below:

BRAND:
Infantino

SOLD AT:
Babies R Us, Toys R Us, Meijer, TJ Maxx, Marshalls and other toy stores nationwide from September 2009 through February 2011 for about $15.

PROBLEM:
The plastic beads on the activity truck’s bead runs can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

PRODUCT NUMBERS RECALLED:
About 40,500 in the United States and 1,900 in Canada

IF YOU OWN THIS PRODUCT:
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and contact Infantino to receive a free replacement toy.

CONSUMER CONTACT:
For additional information, contact Infantino toll-free at (888) 808-3111 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at http://service.infantino.com

INCIDENTS/INJURIES:
Infantino has received 28 reports of the plastic beads detaching from the bead runs on the activity trucks, including two reports of young children gagging on the plastic beads.

MANUFACTURED IN:
China

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