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CPSC, Raymond Geddes & Co. Inc. Announce Recall of Velcro Wallets

U.S. CPSCChemicalJul 10, 2001
Recalled children's Velcro wallets
Recalled children's Velcro wallets

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

Hazard

The zipper pull in the wallet contains lead, which can present a risk of lead poisoning to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take these wallets away from children, and return the wallets to the store where purchased, for a refund.

Incidents & injuries

CPSC and Raymond Geddes & Co. Inc. have not received reports of any injuries relating to these wallets. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.

Product description

The wallets are 3.5 by 5 inches when closed and have a Velcro closing flap. They come in various solid colors on the outside of the wallet and multiple colors on the inside. They have black trim around the edges and between the pockets. The wallet contains five pockets, one of which contains a zipper. The backing on the largest pocket is yellow. Each wallet contains a tag that states "MADE IN CHINA."

Sold on

Toy stores nationwide sold these wallets, from August 1998 through April 2001, for about $1.

Contact the company

For more information, call Raymond Geddes & Co. at (800) 533-6273 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.raymondgeddes.com. Consumers also can contact the firm by email at [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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