Recall: The Home Depot Recalls Holiday Figurines Due to Lead Paint Hazard
| FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 6, 2007 Release #08-122 |
Firm’s Recall Hotline: (800) 394-2064 |
The Home Depot Recalls Holiday Figurines Due to Lead Paint Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.Name of Product: Holiday Figurines
Units: About 64,000
Importer: The Home Depot, of Atlanta, Ga.
Manufacturer: Creative Design, of Hong Kong
Hazard: Surface paint on the holiday figurines contains lead.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: The recalled holiday figurines are painted plastic snowmen and bears. The SKU number is printed on the bottom of the product.
| Product | Size | SKU Number |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday Bear Door Greeter | 17” x 16” | 894-825 |
| Snowman with “Let it Snow” Sign | Tabletop item | 894-893 |
| Three Snowmen with “Joy” Sign | 13” x 17” | 898-964 |
| Snowman Votive Holder | 7.5” x 7.5” | 967-467 |
Manufactured in: China
Sold exclusively at: The Home Depot stores from October 2007 through November 2007 for between $10 and $20.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the holiday figurines and return them to any Home Depot store for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact The Home Depot at (800) 394-2064 or visit the firm’s Web site at www.homedepot.com
