CPSC Recall in 2005: CPSC, Target Announce Recall of Jumbo Pencils with Sharpeners

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 06-009

Date: October 17, 2005

Product Name: Jumbo Pencils with Sharpeners

Recall Description:

The jumbo pencil has a red eraser on the end and comes with a pencil sharpener. Pencils are either short, 8 ? inches long and one inch wide, or long, 15 inches long and ? inch wide. The pencils are blue, red or striped. The sharpeners are pink or blue and come in a clear plastic pouch. Model number 70505 is printed on the pouch.

Hazard Description:

The sharpener's razor blade is exposed when the cover is removed. Also, the pencil sharpener hole is large enough to allow a finger to fit inside. This poses a laceration hazard to children and adults.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 176,000

Incidents:

Target has received 17 reports involving the pencil sharpeners, including 12 children and adults who received cuts to their fingers from the sharpener's razor blade.

Sold At:

Target Stores nationwide from July 2005 through August 2005 for about $1.

Manufactured In:

China