September 26, 2007
Childrens Toy Rakes sold at Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores are being recalled. Surface paint on the handle of the rake can contain excessive levels of lead paint, violating the federal lead paint standard.
The recalled childrens rake has a green handle with a yellow duck head attached to the handle. The rake has seven purple tines, also known as teeth. The rake is about 24 inches long. Robbie Ducky Garden Collection Rake is printed on a tag attached to the handle.
The rakes were sold at Jo-Ann stores nationwide from January 2007 through September 2007 for about $7. They were made in China.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy rake away from children and return it to any Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Store for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Jo-Ann Stores Inc. toll-free at (888) 739-4120, option 7, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email the firm at guest.services@jo-annstores.com, or visit the firms Web site at www.joann.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
