Antioch Publishing · Recalled
Antioch Publishing Recalls Bookmarks and Journals Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Paint on the spiral metal bindings of the journals, clip of the bookmarks and the clear coating on the marquis bookmarks and bracelets contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint ban.
- Units
- About 150,000
- Reports
- —
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $4–$14
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
This recall involves various designs of bookmarks and journals from Antioch Publishing's Signature Collection. The character-themed bookmarks and journals include the following designs: Clip Bookmarks Winnie the Pooh (© Disney) Star Coffee Lady Bug & Flower Sun & Rainbow Follow Him & Cross Hope & Courage Sun & Moon Monkey & Bananas Marquis Bookmarks Dragon Hugging Cat Bookmarks Sold with Bracelets Mother's Touch Breast Cancer Journals Cherry Blossoms Sweetheart Sassy
The file
- Sold at
- Book, card and gift stores nationwide from March 2005 through October 2007 for between $4 and $14.
- Product type
- Books & Accessories
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Antioch Publishing, of Yellow Springs, Ohio
Incident log
None reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately take the bookmarks and journals away from children and contact Antioch Publishing for a refund.
For additional information, contact Antioch Publishing at (800) 543-1515 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.antioch.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 OCT 04 2007; last revised MAY 23 2014.
