CPSC Recall in 2007: Children's Snow and Sand Castle Kits by Paricon Recalled Due to Sharp Edges; Sold Exclusively at LL Bean

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 08-519

Date: November 20, 2007

Product Name: Snow and Sand Castle Kits

Recall Description:

In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Paricon Inc., of South Paris, Maine, is voluntarily recalling about 800 Snow and Sand Castle Kits. The largest plastic castle block maker in the kit could crack at the handle during use, creating sharp edges that can pose a laceration hazard to young children.Name of Product: Snow and Sand Castle KitsUnits: About 800Manufacturer: Paricon Inc., of South Paris, MaineHazard: The largest plastic castle block maker in the kit could crack at the handle during use, creating sharp edges that can pose a laceration hazard to young children.Incidents/Injuries: No injuries have been reported.Description: The recall castle kit consists of three red plastic block makers. Only the largest block maker in the set is included in the recall. The largest block maker measures about 19 inches in length and 5 inches in width. Smaller block maker blocks and castle kits with the letter "A" on the inside of the large block maker are not included in this recall.Sold by: L.L. Bean retail stores nationwide, catalogs and internet from September 2007 through October 2007 for about $30.Manufactured in: United StatesRemedy: Consumers should stop using the large blocks and immediately take these recalled toys away from children. Letters will be sent to each customer with a replacement large castle block maker and a return mailer enclosed. In addition the notice will be posted in L.L. Bean retail stores and on its web site, and customers can return the kit to any retail store for a replacement.Consumer Contact: For additional information, please contact Paricon at (800) 873-8452 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit L.L. Bean's website at www.llbean.com. 

Hazard Description:

The largest plastic castle block maker in the kit could crack at the handle during use, creating sharp edges that can pose a laceration hazard to young children.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 800

Incidents:

No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

L.L. Bean retail stores nationwide, catalogs and internet from September 2007 through October 2007 for about $30.

Manufactured In:

United States