Recall: Jide Trading Recalls Toy Military Figure Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 6, 2010
Release # 10-098
Firm's Recall Hotline: (866) 544-7822
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Jide Trading Recalls Toy Military Figure Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

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 products. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Military toy figure

Units: 2100

Importer: Jide Trading, Inc., of Commerce, Calif.

Hazard: The surface paint on the toy contains excessive levels of lead violating the federal lead paint standard.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: The mini military toy set is packaged on a blister card and includes a male military figure about four inches in height with various accessories.

Sold by: Dollar Stores and other discount stores from November 2008 to April 2009.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Jide Trading for a full refund or replacement toy.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, call Jide Trading toll free at (866) 544-7822 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.jidetrading.com

Picture of Recalled Military toy figure