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Children's Art Easels Recalled by MacPherson's Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

U.S. CPSCChemicalNov 5, 2009
Picture of Recalled Artist Easels
Picture of Recalled Artist Easels

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The chalkboard surface coating contains high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Remedy

Consumer should immediately take these recalled easels away from children and contact the firm to receive a free replacement chalkboard panel.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product description

This recall involves a children's art easel, which has a chalkboard surface on one side and a white board surface on the other side. The item number is AA13301 and the UPC number is 082435133010, which can be found on the original packaging.

Sold on

Art supply stores nationwide and online from July 2004 through June 2009 for about $75.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact MacPherson's at (866) 319-5335 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.art-alternatives.com/recall or send email to [email protected]

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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