CPSC Recall in 2007: Antioch Publishing Recalls Bookmarks and Journals Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 08-010

Date: October 03, 2007

Product Name: Bookmarks and Journals

Recall Description:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Antioch Publishing, of Yellow Springs, Ohio, is voluntarily recalling about 150,000 Bookmarks and Journals. Paint on the spiral metal bindings of the journals, clip of the bookmarks and the clear coating on the marquis bookmarks and bracelets contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint ban.Name of Product: Bookmarks and JournalsUnits: About 150,000Importer: Antioch Publishing, of Yellow Springs, OhioHazard: Paint on the spiral metal bindings of the journals, clip of the bookmarks and the clear coating on the marquis bookmarks and bracelets contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint ban.Incidents/Injuries: None reported.Description: This recall involves various designs of bookmarks and journals from Antioch Publishing's Signature Collection. The character-themed bookmarks and journals include the following designs: Marquis BookmarksWinnie the Pooh (© Disney)Lady Bug & FlowerHope & Courage StarSun & RainbowSun & Moon CoffeeFollow Him & CrossMonkey & Bananas Marquis BookmarksDragon Hugging Cat  Bookmarks Sold with BraceletsMother's Touch Breast Cancer  JournalsCherry Blossoms Sweetheart Sassy Sold at: Book, card and gift stores nationwide from March 2005 through October 2007 for between $4 and $14.Manufactured in: ChinaRemedy: Consumers should immediately take the bookmarks and journals away from children and contact Antioch Publishing for a refund.Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Antioch Publishing at (800) 543-1515 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.antioch.com.

Hazard Description:

Paint on the spiral metal bindings of the journals, clip of the bookmarks and the clear coating on the marquis bookmarks and bracelets contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint ban.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 150,000

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Book, card and gift stores nationwide from March 2005 through October 2007 for between $4 and $14.

Manufactured In:

China