Aug 23, 2007 8:27 am US/Eastern
Recall List From China Continues To Grow
WASHINGTON (CBS) ―
More children's items made in China have been recalled because they contain high levels of lead.
The largest recall affects about 250,000 SpongeBob SquarePants address books and journals, manufactured in China and imported by Martin Designs. They have been recalled because paint on the metal spiral bindings can contain high levels of lead.
About 66,000 spinning tops and about 4,700 pails painted with Thomas & Friends, Curious George, circus scenes or solid colors have also been recalled because paint on the wooden handles contains high levels of lead.
About 14,000 TOBY & ME jewelry sets, and about 7,900 Children's Divine Inspiration Charm Bracelets have also been recalled.
No injuries have been reported.
Address books and journals affected by the recall have the following UPC numbers printed on the back covers:
Address Book80773007505
Jounrnals80773002260
80773075501
80773007551
For more information, call Martin Designs at (866) 898-0261 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the Web site at
www.martindesigns-ltd.com.
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