CPSC Recall in 2007: AAFES Recalls "Soldier Bear" Toy Sets Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), AAFES (Army & Air Force Exchange Service) of Dallas, Texas, is voluntarily recalling about 3,000 Invincibles Transport Converters Toy Sets. Surface paints on the toy action figures contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.Name of product: Invincibles Transport Converters Toy SetsUnits: About 3,000Importer/Retailer: AAFES (Army & Air Force Exchange Service) of Dallas, TexasManufacturer: Toy Century Industrial Ltd. of Hong KongHazard: Surface paints on the toy action figures contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.Incidents/Injuries: None reported.Description: This recall involves toy sets with multiple action figures and vehicles. The model number (88931), Universal Product Code (6 98567 88931 4) and Soldier Bear logo are printed on the product's packaging. The back of the action figures are marked with letters "TC-ST."Sold at: AAFES stores worldwide from August 2006 through April 2007 for about $20.Manufactured in: Hong KongRemedy: Consumers should immediately take the toys away from children and return the product to the nearest AAFES store for full refund.
Surface paints on the toy action figures contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
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None reported.
AAFES stores worldwide from August 2006 through April 2007 for about $20.
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