CPSC Recall in 2010: Ceramic Banks Recalled by Oriental Trading Company Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 11-077

Date: December 21, 2010

Product Name: Ceramic piggy and lion banks

Recall Description:

The recalled piggy bank is shaped like a pig and the body of the piggy bank is painted yellow with floral designs. The ceramic lion bank is shaped like a lion and is painted yellow with a brown mane. The banks measure about 4 inches in length, 2.5 inches in width, and 3.5 inches in height. Only yellow banks with black plastic stoppers in the bottoms of the banks are being recalled. Banks with white or translucent stoppers are not being recalled.

Hazard Description:

The yellow surface paint on the banks contains excessive levels of lead which is prohibited under federal law.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 220,000

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Online at www.orientaltrading.com and www.funexpress.com and through Oriental Trading Company and Fun Express catalogs from February 2003 through September 2010 for between about $7 and $20 a dozen.

Manufactured In:

China