Raymond Geddes & Co. Inc. · Recalled
CPSC, Raymond Geddes & Co. Inc. Announce Recall of Velcro Wallets
The zipper pull in the wallet contains lead, which can present a risk of lead poisoning to young children.
- Units
- About 55,000
- Reports
- —
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $1
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
The wallets are 3.5 by 5 inches when closed and have a Velcro closing flap. They come in various solid colors on the outside of the wallet and multiple colors on the inside. They have black trim around the edges and between the pockets. The wallet contains five pockets, one of which contains a zipper. The backing on the largest pocket is yellow. Each wallet contains a tag that states "MADE IN CHINA."
The file
- Sold at
- Toy stores nationwide sold these wallets, from August 1998 through April 2001, for about $1.
- Product type
- Clothing Accessories
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Raymond Geddes & Co. Inc., of Baltimore, Md.
Incident log
CPSC and Raymond Geddes & Co. Inc. have not received reports of any injuries relating to these wallets. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately take these wallets away from children, and return the wallets to the store where purchased, for a refund.
For more information, call Raymond Geddes & Co. at (800) 533-6273 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.raymondgeddes.com. Consumers also can contact the firm by email at consumeraffairs@raymondgeddes.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated JUL 10 2001; last revised MAR 11 2026.