Children's Water Globes Recalled Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard; Sold Exclusively at Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores
Lead / chemical
The hazard
The painted base of the water globes contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Incidents reported: None reported.
What to do now
Consumers should immediately take the recalled globes away from children and return them to any Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft store for a full refund.
Contact: For additional information, contact Jo-Ann Stores toll-free at (888) 739-4120 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.joann.com or e-mail the firm at guest.services@jo-annstores.com
About this recall
The recalled Robbie Ducky water globe is about 1-1/2 inches in diameter and sits on a 1-1/2-by-1-1/2-inch square base. There are four different globe designs including: Robbie Ducky on a red base, a reindeer on a green base, a penguin on a green base and a polar bear on a red base. "Holiday Inspirations Water Globe" is printed on the bottom of the globes.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC