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Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: full refund · About 70 units
Recall No. 17-723 Published January 10, 2017

Kids toy shovels and garden tool sets

Excessive lead paint levels on the yellow shank and black blade on the shovel, and the black paint on the garden tool set violates the federal lead paint standard. In addition, the black plastic shovel handle and bag clip on the garden tool drawstring bag contain excessive lead content levels, a violation of the federal lead standard. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effect. sold at Amazon.com from August 2016 – October 2016 for $20 to $25.

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Active Kids Toy Fiberglass Shovels
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Active Kids Toy Fiberglass Shovels

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Why it was recalled

Excessive lead paint levels on the yellow shank and black blade on the shovel, and the black paint on the garden tool set violates the federal lead paint standard. In addition, the black plastic shovel handle and bag clip on the garden tool drawstring bag contain excessive lead content levels, a violation of the federal lead standard. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effect.

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The official remedy

Remedy type: refund
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What to do

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy shovels and garden tool sets away from children and contact Active Kyds for a refund.

Product and sales details

UnitsAbout 70
Made inIndia
Sold atAmazon.com
Sales periodAugust 2016 – October 2016
Price$20 to $25

How to reach the firm

Phone
855-736-6255
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday
Email
Recall page
www.activekyds.com

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