CPSC Recall in 2010: Children's "Big Rex and Friends" Cloth Books Recalled Due to Risk of Lead Exposure

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 10-105

Date: January 07, 2010

Product Name: "Big Rex and Friends" Cloth Books

Recall Description:

This recall involves "Big Rex and Friends" cloth books. The book has a black and white striped border with a red dinosaur on the cover. The words "Big Rex and Friends" are printed on the cover. ISBN 031249260X or 9780312492601 is printed on the back of the book.Note: CPSC was alerted to this hazard by the U.S. PIRG

Hazard Description:

A red plastic dot sewn in the book contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 204,000

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Barnes & Noble, Toys "R" Us, Amazon, Borders and other bookstores and retailers nationwide from May 2004 through October 2009 for about $9.

Manufactured In:

China